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Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

The Games of the XXXI Olympiad, or 2016 Summer Olympics, will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from August 5 to August 21, 2016. This is expected to be the largest Olympic Games in history, with more than 10,500 athletes from 206 nations scheduled to participate. Let's celebrate their accomplishments with a challenge!


Levels:

Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, would work for red, but wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

Happy Reading!

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RRRC: Let's Go to the Olympics!
24/26 read

The Games

Summer: Set during summer OR somewhere known for warm/hot weather
A Summer in Sonoma by Robyn Carr - 6/19
Winter: Set during winter OR somewhere known for cooler/cold weather
Rogue Rider by Larissa Ione - 7/11
Paralympics: Character suffers from illness or disability (mental or physical) or other physical defect
Allegiance of Honor by Nalini Singh - 6/18
Youth Games: Children's or YA book OR child is feature in storyline
Peanut Goes to School by Thea Harrison - 6/29
Ancient Games: Historical OR book with older character
Marrying Winterborne by Lisa Kleypas - 6/24

Countries
Set, author from, or character from country OR abbreviation can be found in title or author name

Greece (GRE):
Gabriella by Celia Kyle - 6/30
Brazil (BRA):
Breakfast at the Beach House Hotel by Judith Keim - 7/16
Switzerland (SUI):
Midnight Soul by Kristen Ashley - 8/23
United States (USA):
Then Came You by Jill Shalvis - 6/30
France (FRA):
Cream of the Crop by Alice Clayton - 7/18
Japan (JPN):
Great Britain (GBR):
Canada (CAN):
Second Chance by Angela Verdenius - 7/5
Italy (ITA):
Instant Temptation by Jill Shalvis - 7/1
Germany (GER):
Finding Forgiveness by Dana Marie Bell - 7/2

Colors and Symbols

The Colors on the Olympic Flag:
The cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.

Blue: Blue on cover OR set on or near water
Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire - 6/17
Black: Black on cover OR dark storyline or a character you would consider a "bad guy"
Lethal Rider by Larissa Ione - 6/16
Red: Red on cover OR suspense/mystery storyline
The Archer by Abigail Roux - 6/26
Yellow: Yellow on cover OR happy/funny/lighthearted character or storyline
Sultry Sunset by Mary Calmes - 6/28
Green: Green on cover OR set outdoors or animal/s featured in story
With Everything I Am by Kristen Ashley - 6/24
White: White on cover OR shy/naive/virginal character
The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones - 6/29

Olympic Rings: Something round on cover OR multiple POVs OR connected storylines
Taste of Torment by Suzanne Wright - 6/21
Torch/Flame: Fire or some other light source on cover OR "hot" storyline
Kidnapping Casey by Laurann Dohner - 6/30
Medals: Won or nominated for award of any kind
Heir of Fire by Sarah J Maas - 6/29
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Short book OR long book (high pg count) OR character is either physically or mentally strong
Bittersweet by Sarina Bowen - 6/20

BONUS:
Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports.
You Wish by Mandy Hubbard - 7/14

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

I'm in! Going for all of them!
25/25 +8

Levels:

Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

1. Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
A SEAL's Desire - Tawny Weber (HB #896 - June 2016) (Texas/summer) - July 6
2. Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Wild Cowboy Ways - Carolyn Brown (Forever - Dec 2015) (winter) - July 9
3. Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
The Boss and His Cowgirl - Silver James (HD #2452 - June 2016) (breast cancer) - June 20
4. Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
A Conard County Baby - Rachel Lee (HSE #2390 - Mar 2015) (child/teen) - July 24
5. Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character
My American DuchessMy American Duchess - Eloisa James (Avon - Feb 2016) (historical) - July 21


Countries (10 books)

6. Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games - It Happened One Christmas: Christmas Eve Proposal\The Viscount's Christmas Kiss\Wallflower, Widow...Wife! - Carla Kelly, Georgie Lee, Ann Lethbridge (HH #1255 - Nov 2015) - The Viscount's Christmas Kiss by Georgie Lee (letters) - Aug 25
7. Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games - Ambush at Dry Gulch - Joanna Wayne (HI #1647 - July 2016) (letters BRA) - July 8
8. Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee - In Pursuit of His Wife - Kristi Gold (HD #2444 - May 2016) (letters SUI) - July 17

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
9. United States (USA) - Out Rider - Lindsay McKenna (HQN - May 2016) - Aug 13
10. France (FRA) - Fortune's Prince Charming - Nancy Robards Thompson (HSE #2473 - May 2016) (letters FRA) - July 14
11. Japan (JPN) - Marriage Made in Hope - Sophia James (HH #1285 - June 2016) (letters JPN) - July 5
12. Great Britain (GBR) - The Rogue Not Taken - Sarah MacLean (Avon - Jan 2016) (in GBR) - June 30
13. Canada (CAN) - A Pregnancy Scandal - Kat Cantrell (HD #2451 - June 2016) (letters CAN) - July 10
14. Italy (ITA) - Her Colton P.I. - Amelia Autin (HRS #1896 - May 2016) (letters ITA) - July 12
15. Germany (GER) - Gunslinger - Angi Morgan (HI #1648 - July 2016) (letters GER) - July 8

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
16. Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
The Seductive Impostor - Janet Chapman (Pocket - Apr 2004) (Maine coast) - June 16
17. Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Tough Love - Lori Foster (HQN - Aug 2015) (black on cover) - June 17
18. Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Cavanaugh or Death - Marie Ferrarella (HRS #1891 - Apr 2016) (detective) - June 22
19. Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
The Matchmaking Twins - Christy Jeffries (HSE #2489 - July 2016) (funny twins) - July 16
20. Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
Night Hawk - Lindsay McKenna (HQN - Jan 2016) (outdoors/ranch) - June 24
21. White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
His Destiny Bride - Christyne Butler (HSE #2480 - June 2016) (white wedding dress) - June 29

22. Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Tucker's Claim - Sarah McCarty (HQN - Feb 2011) (multiple POV) - June 19
23. Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Expecting the Rancher's Child - Sara Orwig (HD #2456 - July 2016) - Aug 7
24. Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Third Time's the Bride! - Merline Lovelace (HSE #2487 - July 2016) (RT Top Pick) - Aug 16
25. Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
A Bride for the Boss - Maureen Child (HD #2450 - June 2016) (short book) - July 22

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.

Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling


Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


Bonus:
1. Her Secret Spy - Cindy Dees (HRS #1889 - Mar 2016) (shooting) - July 3
2. Trapped with the Maverick Millionaire - Joss Wood (HD #2454 - June 2016) (hockey) - July 11
3. Once a Rancher - Linda Lael Miller (HQN - Apr 2016) (equestrian) - July 30
4. Fingal O'Reilly, Irish Doctor - Patrick Taylor (Forge - Oct 2014) (rugby) - Aug 5
5. Conard County Spy - Rachel Lee (HRS #1895 - May 2016) (cross country skiing) - Aug 9
6. Stone Hard SEALs - Sabrina York (Sabrina York - Apr 2015) (swimming) - Aug 17
7. The Marine's Embrace - Beth Andrews (HS #2044 - Aug 2016) (weightlifting) - Aug 19
8. Fighting Dirty - Lori Foster (HQN - Feb 2016) (boxing) - Sept 4



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Bonus

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
Duration: June 15, 2016 - September 14, 2016
Level: Gold Medal + Bonus


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

20/20 + 9 Bonus Completed


The Games (4 books completed)
Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather.
Summer by the Sea by Susan Wiggs - 06/19/16
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather.
Baby It's Cold Outside by Addison Fox - 08/22/16
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Violet by Leigh Greenwood - 08/15/16
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character.
A Whisper of Roses by Teresa Medeiros - 08/05/16





Countries (6 books completed) ~ For each country, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Greek for Beginners by Jackie Braun - 07/24/16

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA): Make Me Stay by Jaci Burton - 07/23/16
France (FRA): The Pursuit by Janet Evanovich - 07/03/16
Great Britain (GBR): Only a Promise by Mary Balogh - 09/10/16
Canada (CAN): Kiss of Danger by Deborah Cooke - 07/27/16
Italy (ITA): A Marriage Made in Italy by Rebecca Winters - 07/26/16





Colors and Symbols (10 books completed)
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Shifting Shadows: Stories from the World of Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs - 06/21/16
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Spell of the Highlander by Karen Marie Moning - 06/30/16
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
What Happens in London by Julia Quinn - 07/29/16
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
A Kiss to Build a Dream On by Kim Amos - 07/03/16
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever by Julia Quinn - 07/20/16
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
Ten Things I Love About You by Julia Quinn - 07/30/16
Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Cat's Lair by Christine Feehan - 08/14/16
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Kiss of Destiny by Deborah Cooke - 08/01/16
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page.
Night Broken by Patricia Briggs - 08/04/16
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
Kiss of Darkness by Deborah Cooke - 07/31/16





Bonus: Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:
Alpine Skiing: Maybe This Christmas by Sarah Morgan - 06/26/16
Aquatics: Nerd in Shining Armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson - 08/11/16
Archery: Serpent's Kiss by Deborah Cooke - 09/07/16
Equestrian: Rough Wrangler, Tender Kisses by Jill Gregory - 07/31/16
Ice Hockey: Chasing Stanley by Deirdre Martin - 07/13/16
Rowing: Mystical Warrior by Janet Chapman - 07/10/16
Rugby: Just This Once by Rosalind James - 08/08/16
Shooting: Daisy by Leigh Greenwood - 07/19/16
Volleyball: No Strings Attached by Kate Angell - 07/16/16

Going for World Record Holder!...and a few bonus if I can get them in

Read: 25/25
Bonus: 3

The Games (5 books)
Summer: Under My Skin, J. Kenner ★★★★ 8/17
Winter: In From The Cold, Nora Roberts ★★★ 8/2
Paralympics: Worth It All, Claudia Connor ★★★★ 6/19
Youth Games: The Silver Star, Jeannette Walls ★★★★ 8/1
Ancient Games-Historical: The Blacksmith's Wife, Elisabeth Hobbes ★★★★ 7/7


Countries (10 books)
Greece (GRE): A Beautiful Wedding, Jamie McGuire ★★★★ 7/24
Brazil (BRA): Bounty, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 7/31
Switzerland (SUI): Genuine Lies, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 6/22
United States (USA): Luring a Lady, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 7/30
France (FRA): Sweet Filthy Morning After, Claudia Conner ★★★ 8/1
Japan (JPN): Prince Charming, ★★★★ Julie Garwood 7/21
Great Britain (GBR): Big Rock, Lauren Blakely ★★★ 6/30
Canada (CAN): Treat with Caution, Serenity Woods ★★★ 7/10
Italy (ITA): Hillbilly Rockstar, Lorelei James ★★★★ 7/9
Germany (GER): Taming Natasha, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 7/28


Colors and Symbols (10 books)
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue/On or Near Water: To Sir Phillip, With Love, Julia Quinn ★★★★ 6/27
Black/Bad Guy: The Search, Iris Johansen ★★★★ 6/29
Red or Suspense: The Seduction of His Wife, Janet Chapman ★★★★ 7/27
Yellow or Happy/Funny/Lighthearted: Taming Natasha ★★★★ 7/28
Green or Shifter: Kiss of a Demon King, Kresley Cole ★★★★ 7/4
White: For You, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 6/18
Olympic Rings-Round on cover: Easy with You, Kristen Proby ★★★★ 7/15
Torch/Flame-"HOT": Filthy Beautiful Love, Kendall Ryan ★★★ 7/16
Medals-Award: Mr. Perfect, Linda Howard ★★★★★ 7/18
Olympic Motto "Faster-102 Pages": Animal Farm, George Orwell ★★★ 6/28


Bonus Books Read:
Shooting: Blood Money, Ali Parker ★★7/3
Wrestling: Real, Katy Evans ★★★ 7/12
Athletics/track and field: Mine, Katy Evans ★★★★ 7/15

My Spot.

World Record Holder + Bonus

30/30

The Games: 5/5
Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather - The Queen & the Homo Jock King 06/18-20/16 ★★★★
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather - Winter Chill 06/22/16 ★★★★
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) - Kiss and Tell 06/16-17/16 ★★
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline - Succumbing to His Fear 06/15-16/16 ★★★★
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character - The King of Forever 06/17-18/16 ★★★★

Countries: 10/10
Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games - When the Marquess Met His Match 06/25/16 ★★★
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games - Naked in Death 06/28/16 ★★★★★
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee - To The Max 06/23/16 ★
Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) - Urban Shaman 06/22-23/16 ★★★★★
France (FRA) - Spider's Trap 06/27-28/16 ★★★★★
Japan (JPN) - Enlightened 07/04/16 ★★
Great Britain (GBR) - Glory in Death 06/29/16 ★★★★
Canada (CAN) - Untrue Love 06/21/16 ★★★★
Italy (ITA) - Immortal in Death 06/30/16 ★★★★
Germany (GER) - Snakes Among Sweet Flowers 07/05/16 ★★★★★

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols - 10/10
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. - Mahu Surfer 06/24-25/16 ★★★
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”. - Lead Me Into Darkness: Five Halloween Tales of Paranormal Romance 06/20-21/16 ★★★
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline. - Drawing Love 07/01/16 ★★★★
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline. - Summer Son 07/04-05/16 ★★★★★
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!) - How To Be A Normal Person 07/18-19/16 ★★★★★
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character. - Misinformation 07/03/16 ★★★
Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines. - So Sweet 06/26/16 ★★★★★
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline. - Spurs 07/01/16 ★★★★★
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page - First 07/17/16 ★★★★
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong. - The Invasion of Adam 07/02/16 ★★★★

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.


Bonus: 10/10
The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:
Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Weightlifting - Happy Endings 07/02/16 ★★★
Football(Soccer) - Playing with Fire 07/08-09/16 ★★★★
Athletics (Track & Field) - Noah 07/12-13/16 ★★★★
Fencing - Gadarene 07/15-16/16 ★★★★★
Athletics (Track & Field) - Paris A to Z 07/19/16 ★★★
Volleyball - Match Point 07/25/16 ★★
Aquatics - Romancing The Guardian 07/29/16 ★★★★
Ice Hockey - Crashing the Net 08/04-05/16 ★★★★★
Aquatics - Mahu Fire 08/09-10/16 ★★★★
Ice Hockey - Breakaway 08/20/16 ★★★★★

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: Silver Medal: Read 15 books
15/15 read


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Florida Resist Me 7/3/16 3♥
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: (Saving kidnapped baby) Fear the Darkness 7/4/16 4♥
Ancient Games: Pia Saves the Day 7/6/16 3♥


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): Against the Grain 8/2/16 4♥
Brazil (BRA): Beast, Part Two 8/1/16 3♥
Switzerland (SUI): No Ifs, Ands, or Bears About It 7/21/16 2♥

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) Ravaged Elisabeth Naughton 6/22/16 3♥
France (FRA) Frenched 8/7/16 4♥
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR) Dirty English 7/10/16 3.5♥
Canada (CAN) Underneath It All Kate Canterbury 6/21/16 3♥
Italy (ITA) Cale Victoria Ashley 6/24/16 3.5♥
Germany (GER) Dragos Takes a Holiday 7/5/16 4♥

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.

Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: blue on cover 7/7/16 2♥
Black: - black cover and bad guy 7/9/16 2.5-3♥
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: 7/2/16 4♥
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: 6/26/16 4♥

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

I'll go for Silver - 15 books.

15/15 complete + bonus

The Games
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Finished 9/3/16 ~ 3 stars

Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Assassin's Quest Finished 9/4/16 ~ 4 stars

Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Waistcoats & Weaponry Finished 8/7/16 ~ 3 stars

Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character
The City of Mirrors Finished 8/21/16 ~ 4 stars

Countries
United States The Time Traveler's Wife Finished 6/25/16 ~ 4 stars
Great Britain (GBR) The King's Curse Finished 7/6/16 ~ 3 stars
Italy (ITA) Empress of the Seven Hills Finished 8/22/16 ~ 3 stars

The colors on the Olympic Flag
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
Manners & Mutiny Finished 8/10/16 ~ 3 stars

Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Paper Towns Finished 7/10/16 ~ 2 stars

Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Airborn Finished 7/20/16 ~ 4 stars

Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Prentice Alvin Finished 7/25/16 ~ 4 stars

White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
Brother Odd Finished 8/2/16 ~ 3 stars

Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
The Infinite Sea Finished 8/4/16 ~ 4 stars

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
American Housewife: Stories Finished 7/25/16 ~ 4 stars

Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
The Winter Rose Finished 7/28/16 ~ 4 stars

Bonus: The Sea of Tranquility (MC is a runner) Finished 7/15/16 ~ 3 stars

I'm in! I'll be going for Gold, but hope to get that World Record too!

Looks fun!

RRRC - Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge

Duration: June 15 - September 14

Level: World Record Holder: 25+1/25 + 1 read

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Greek Doctor, Cinderella Bride by Amy Andrews [10.7.]
Winter: The Shining by Stephen King [30.7.]
Paralympics: Enticed by His Forgotten Lover by Maya Banks [9.7.]
Youth Games: Lord of the Flies by William Golding [16.6.]
Ancient Games: Dead Souls by Nikolai Gogol [30.6.]

Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame [26.6.]
Switzerland (SUI): Shift by Hugh Howey [21.7.]
United States (USA): Stolen Angel by Lucy Leroux [8.7.]
France (FRA): Fool's Assassin by Robin Hobb [9.8.]
Japan (JPN): Can't Let Go by A.P. Jensen [8.7.]
Great Britain (GBR): A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking [15.6.]
Canada (CAN): The Gate to Women's Country by Sheri S. Tepper [24.6.]
Italy (ITA): Infatuation by Melissa Schroeder [10.7.]
Germany (GER): Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami [3.8.]

Colors and Symbols (10 books)
Blue: Second Time Around J.M. Madden [9.7.]
Black: Forgiving Lies by Molly McAdams [18.6.]
Red: Veil of Night by Linda Howard [2.7.]
Yellow: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry [21.6.]
Green: SEAL's Lost Dream by J.M. Madden [11.7.]
White: Built by Jay Crownover [1.7.]

Olympic Rings: Last Argument of Kings by Joe Abercrombie [17.7.]
Torch/Flame: IOU Sex by Calista Fox [10.8.]
Medals: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick [18.6.]
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Outlander by Diana Gabaldon [15.7.]

Bonus: Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel [8.8.]

I'm in.
World Record Holder: Read 25 books + bonus.

THE GAMES

✔1 somewhere known for hot weather - Kade - Cheyenne McCray - 19 JUNE
✔2 takes place in winter - Can't Help Falling in Love - Bella Andre - 29 JUNE
✔3 character who suffers from disability - Me Before You - Jojo Moyes - 9 JULY
✔4 Read a YA book - Falling into You - Jasinda Wilder - 15 JUNE
✔5 book with an older character - Innocent in Las Vegas - A.R. Winters - 29 JULY



COUNTRIES

✔6 GRE - Dead Right - Brenda Novak - 24 JULY
✔7 BRA - Dead Silence - Brenda Novak - 24 JULY
✔8 SUI - The Prince's Ultimate Deception - Emilie Rose - 22 JULY
✔9 Author from USA - Falling Under - Jasinda Wilder - 16 JUNE
✔10 FRA - Forbidden Pleasures - Emily Jane Trent - 12 JULY
✔11 JPN - Private Room Number Three - Jennifer Crowfoot - 26 JUNE
✔12 GBR - The Bourbon Kings - J.R. Ward - 25 AUG
✔13 Canadian author - Ember - Part One - Deborah Bladon - 26 JUNE
✔14 ITA - The Temptation - Cheyenne McCray - 8 JULY
✔15 GER - Riding Temptation - Jaci Burton - 28 JULY



COLOURS AND SYMBOLS

✔16 blue on the cover - Loving You Always - Kennedy Ryan - 18 JUNE
✔17 darker storyline - Deep Domination - Lili Valente - 22 JUNE
✔18 red cover - When You Are Mine - Kennedy Ryan - 18 JUNE
✔19 yellow on the cover - Down on Her Knees - Christine Bell - 30 JUNE
✔20 green on the cover - Down and Dirty - Christine Bell - 30 JUNE
✔21 white on the cover - The Billionaire Wins the Game - Melody Anne - 25 JUNE
✔22 multiple POVs - Falling into Us - Jasinda Wilder - 16 JUNE
✔23 fire on the cover - Answered Prayers - Danielle Steel - 22 AUG
✔24 nominated for an award - Holding Out - Lila Rose - 12 JULY
✔25 a longer book - Angels and Demons - Dan Brown - 16 AUG



BONUS

✔26 Ice Hockey - Off Sides - Sawyer Bennett - 23 JUNE
✔27 Snowboarding - Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis - 17 JUNE
✔28 Aquatics - Instant Gratification - Jill Shalvis - 17 JUNE
✔29 Canoeing - Instant Temptation - Jill Shalvis - 18 JUNE
✔30 Ice Hockey - Off the Record - Sawyer Bennett - 23 JUNE
✔31 Ice Hockey - Off Season - Sawyer Bennett - 25 JUNE
✔32 Boxing - Down for the Count - Christine Bell - 29 JUNE
✔33 Ice Hockey - Pucked - Helena Hunting - 3 JULY
✔34 Sailing - Memory - Cassia Leo - 3 JULY
✔35 Football - Tall, Tatted and Tempting - Tammy Falkner - 4 JULY
✔36 Basketball - The Second Betrayal - Cheyenne McCray - 8 JULY
✔37 Shooting - Unlawful Contact: I-Team 3 - Pamela Clare - 10 JULY
✔38 Shooting - Naked Edge - Pamela Clare - 10 JULY
✔39 Shooting - Secret Obsession - Katie Reus - 11 JULY
✔40 Shooting - Climbing Out - Lila Rose - 12 JULY
✔41 Football - Torched - Bella Love-Wins - 15 JULY
✔42 Golf - The Neighbor #1 - Claire Adams - 15 JULY
✔43 Weightlifting - In the Zone - Sierra Cartwright - 16 JULY
✔44 Sailing - Trouble - Alexis Blake - 17 JULY
✔45 Shooting - Breaking Point - Pamela Clare - 18 JULY
✔46 Shooting - The Missing Link - J.M. Sevilla - 25 JULY
✔47 Equestrian - Destined for Love - Melissa Foster - 26 JULY
✔48 Ice Hockey - Pucked Up - Helena Hunting - 1 AUG
✔49 Sailing - Wooed by You - Sophia Knightly - 3 AUG
✔50 Sailing - Perfection #2 - Claire Adams - 8 AUG
✔51 Golf - Treading Water - Marie Force - 8 AUG
✔52 Cycling - An Unlikely Match - Barbara Dunlop - 9 AUG
✔53 Cycling - Taught - B.B. Hamel - 14 AUG
✔54 Shooting - Honored - B.B. Hamel - 14 AUG
✔55 Athletics - Friendship on Fire - Melissa Foster - 17 AUG
✔56 Canoeing - An Extraordinary Match - Barbara Dunlop - 18 AUG
✔57 Shooting - Riding the Night - Jaci Burton - 19 AUG
✔58 Aquatics - Sea of Love - Melissa Foster - 24 AUG
✔59 Athletics - Broken Hart - Ella Fox - 25 AUG
✔60 Equestrian - Skin Deep - Pamela Clare - 26 AUG
✔61 Volleyball - Striking Distance: I-Team 6 - Pamela Clare - 27 AUG
✔62 Ice Hockey - Pucked Over - Helena Hunting - 27 AUG
✔63 Weightlifting - My Stepbrother, His Highness - Victoria Cabot - 28 AUG
✔64 Equestrian - Wanted! - Vicki Lewis Thompson - 28 AUG
✔65 Weightlifting - Loving Hart - Ella Fox - 28 AUG
✔66 Equestrian - Ambushed! - Vicki Lewis Thompson - 29 AUG
✔67 Equestrian - Claimed! - Vicki Lewis Thompson - 30 AUG
✔68 Boxing - Willing Victim - Cara McKenna - 30 AUG
✔69 Shooting - Finding Hart - Ella Fox - 31 AUG
✔70 Shooting - Broken Cheaters - Lacey Silks - 1 SEPT
✔71 Shooting - Soldier Under Siege - Elle Kennedy - 2 SEPT
✔72 Shooting - Special Forces Rendezvous - Elle Kennedy - 2 SEPT
✔73 Wrestling - Maybe Matt's Miracle - Tammy Falkner - 2 SEPT
✔74 Shooting - Soul Deep - Pamela Clare

I'm in, not sure how well I going to coupe with this one.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

Gold Medal: Read 20 books

The Games (5 books)

Summer - Owned by the Billionaire: Alpha Billionaire Romance
Winter - Survival: A Military Stepbrother Romance
Paralympics - Death Masks
Youth Games - Brian's Hunt
Ancient Games - The Gift: A Highland Novella:

Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE) - Target America
Brazil (BRA):
Switzerland (SUI):
United States (USA) - Samurai Game
France (FRA) - Double Dealing: A Menage Romance
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR) - Highland Soldiers 1: The Enemy
Canada (CAN) - Arctic Wargame
Italy (ITA) - Incandescent
Germany (GER) - Falling for the CEO: Alpha Billionaire Romance

Colors and Symbols (10 books)

Blue - Deep Blue
Black - Past Echoes
Red - The Canterville Ghost
Yellow - Nobody But You
Green - Brian's Hunt
White - The Yompers: With 45 Commando in the Falklands War
Olympic Rings - Why Monkeys Live in Trees and Other Stories from Benin
Torch/Flame - Shadow Rider
Medals - The Gift: A Highland Novella
Olympic Motto - Spider Game

Bonus:

Skiing - My Kind of Wonderful
Shooting - Dividing Zero
Fencing -Phantom Embrace
Swimming - Untapped Pleasures: Alpha Billionaire Romance
Canoeing - Brian's Return

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: World Record: 24/25 read plus bonus

World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

1. Summer: The Unleashing
2. Winter: Obsession in Death
3. Paralympics: Ghost Gifts
4. Youth Games: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
5. Ancient Games: Mortal Danger

Countries (10 books)

6. Greece (GRE): Archangel's Legion
7. Brazil (BRA): Bared to You
Switzerland (SUI): Until the Sun Falls from the Sky
8. United States (USA): Phantom Desires
9. France (FRA): Cherry Kisses: Fenix and Jared's First Valentine's Day
10. Japan (JPN)
11. Great Britain (GBR): Magic Burns
12. Canada (CAN): Bitten
13. Italy (ITA): Thankless in Death
14. Germany (GER): Magic Dreams

Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
15. Blue: The Beast
16. Black: HARDER
17. Red: Blood Kiss
18. Yellow: Sweet Filthy Morning After
19. Green: Strange Candy
20. White: Cabin Fever
21. Olympic Rings: Caught in the Barn
22. Torch/Flame: Storm Born
23. Medals: Concealed in Death
24. Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": The Promise

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.

Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Brotherhood in Death

I'm in.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: Bronze Medal: Read 10 books

Read 0/10


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.

Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 - September 14, 2016
0/30

THE GAMES
Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character

COUNTRIES
Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

COLORS AND SYMBOLS:
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

BONUS:
The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

The Games of the XXXI Olympiad, or 2016 Summer Olympics, will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from August 5 to August 21, 2016. This is expected to be the largest Olympic Games in history, with more than 10,500 athletes from 206 nations scheduled to participate. Let's celebrate their accomplishments with a challenge!


Levels:

Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

Happy Reading!

I'm in...

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

World Record Holder: Completed 25/25
Bonus: 2

Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.

There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed.

The Games (5 books)

✔ Summer: Read a book that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather (South America)

by Christine Feehan - 29/06/2016

✔ Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter

by Christine Feehan - 27/06/2016

✔ Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of disability (blind)

by Christine Feehan - 15/06/2016

✔ Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book

by Pittacus Lore - 01/07/2016

✔ Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel

by Johanna Lindsey - 21/07/2016


Countries (10 books)
For country, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.

✔ Greece (GRE): GRE in author name

by Paige Tyler

✔ Brazil (BRA): BRA in the title

by Kresley Cole - 05/07/2016

✔ Switzerland (SUI): SUI in title

by Kresley Cole - 20/07/2016

✔ United States (USA) - set in USA

by Christine Feehan - 23/06/2016

✔ France (FRA) FRA in author's name

by Christine Feehan - 30/06/2016

✔ Japan (JPN) - JPN in authors name

by Sophie Jordan - 06/08/2016

✔ Great Britain (GBR) - Character from there and partially set there

by Lynette Vinet - 15/06/2016

✔ Canada (CAN) - CAN in title and author's name

by Christine Feehan - 22/06/2016

✔ Italy (ITA) - Set in Italy

by Nora Roberts - 17/06/2016

✔ Germany (GER) GER in title

by Kresley Cole - 04/07/2016


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

✔ Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover

by Paige Tyler - 21/06/2016

✔ Black: Read a book with black on the cover

by Christine Feehan - 30/06/2016

✔ Red: Read a book with a red cover

by Christine Feehan - 26/06/2016

✔ Yellow: Read a book with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character

by Shelly Laurenston - 22/07/2016

✔ Green: Read a book that is set primarily outdoors (also animals play a role)

by Christine Feehan - 25/06/2016

✔ White: Read a book with a virginal character.

by Kresley Cole - 06/07/2016

✔ Olympic Rings: Read a book with multiple POVs or connected storylines.

by Nalini Singh - 20/05/2016

✔ Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover

by Christine Feehan - 24/06/2016

✔ Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind.(RITA Award by Romance Writers of America for Best Paranormal Romance (2007), HOLT Medallion by Virginia Romance Writers for Paranormal/Time Travel/Futuristic/Fantasy (2007))

by Kresley Cole - 03/07/2016

✔ Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast

by J.K. Rowling - 17/06/2016

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

✔ Athletics (Track & Field) (goes running to keep control)
by Kresley Cole - 13/07/2016

✔ Football (Soccer), Rugby (she's been selected for the olympic Soccer team and he plays Rugby with his pack)
by Kresley Cole - 17/07/2016


Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

I'm going for "World Record Holder".

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
Duration: June 15 - September 14, 2016

READ: 25/25

The Games (5 books)
✔Summer: Stalked - Allison Brennan (during summer) 6/30
✔Winter: Cold Snap - Allison Brennan (during winter/blizzard) 7/30
✔Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Edge of Sight - Roxanne St. Claire (hero is missing an eye) 9/9
✔Youth Games: Ink and Bone - Rachel Caine (YA) 7/25
✔Ancient Games: Last to Die - Tess Gerritsen (m.c.'s are in their 40s) 6/24


Countries (10 books)
✔Greece (GRE): The Darkest Torment - Gena Showalter (GRE in author) 6/17
✔Brazil (BRA): All Wound Up - Jaci Burton (BRA in author) 7/10
✔Switzerland (SUI): A Vision of Murder - Victoria Laurie (SUI in title) 6/26
✔United States (USA) - 7 Brides for 7 Bodies - Stephanie Bond (Georgia) 6/25
✔France (FRA) - Born of Defiance - Sherrilyn Kenyon (FRA in title) 7/28
✔Japan (JPN) - Tempt Me If You Can - Janet Chapman (JPN in author) 7/4
✔Great Britain (GBR) - Stiletto - Daniel O'Malley (England) 7/14
✔Canada (CAN) - The Immortal Who Loved Me - Lynsay Sands 7/11
✔Italy (ITA) - The Pirate Bride - Sandra Hill (ITA in title) 7/23
✔Germany (GER) - League of Dragons - Naomi Novik (set in Berlin, Germany) 6/20



Colors and Symbols (10 books)
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
✔Blue: The Prince Who Loved Me - Karin Hawkins 6/25
✔Black: Time Salvager - Wesley Chu 7/15
✔Red: Seduction's Shift - A.C. Arthur 7/28
✔Yellow: Stolen - Allison Brennan 7/20
✔Green: Holiday on Ice - Jaci Burton 8/31
✔White: Frostbitten - Kelley Armstrong 7/8


✔Olympic Rings: Ghouls Gone Wild - Victoria Laurie (circle on cover) 7/7
✔Torch/Flame: Stamped Out - Terri Thayer (fire on cover) 7/4
✔Medals: Coraline - Neil Gaiman (Bram Stoker Award 2002) 7/6
✔Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Born of Fury - Sherrilyn Kenyon (704 pages) 7/15


✔Bonus:
The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports.
Poison Princess - Kresley Cole (archery) 7/31


CHALLENGE COMPLETE

I'm in, and I'm a low-achiever ;) I'm targetting bronze or silver at the start...

I'm going for silver medal for now..

14/15
The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather - Suddenly One Summer 22/06/16


Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather

Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)

Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
The Target 01/07/16


Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character
The Billionaire's Marriage Proposal



Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games

Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) - Sleepless in Manhattan 10/07/16 Set in USA (New York).

France (FRA)
Japan (JPN) - A Ruthless Proposition 16/06/16 Set in Japan.

Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. The Rosie Effect 08/07/16

Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline. The Rosie Project 03/07/16

Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline. Grin and Beard It 29/06/16 Happy, Funny character

Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
Untouched 27/06/16 Viriginal Character


Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
More Than This 10/07/16 Multiple POVs

Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.Wednesday hot storyline 08/07/16

Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong. From This Day Forward a short book 10/07/16


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey The Deal 01/07/16 , Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge - June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
World Record Holder: 25/25 Bonus: 4/5

The Games:
Summer: A Witch's Handbook of Kisses and Curses 16/6/16
Winter: Come A Little Bit Closer 15/6/16
Paralympics: Winter 18/6/16
Youth Games: Rules of Attraction 25/6/16
Ancient Games: Bitter Spirits 29/6/16


Countries:
Greece (GRE):Becoming Calder 29/7/16
Brazil (BRA): One with You 16/7/16
Switzerland (SUI):Beautiful Boss 17/8/16
United States (USA): Love, Chloe 16/6/16
France (FRA): Yanked 18/7/16
Japan (JPN): Reign of Shadows 10/9/16
Great Britain (GBR): Sweet Home 27/7/16
Canada (CAN): Chain Reaction 20/8/16
Italy (ITA): Hook Me 15/7/16
Germany (GER): Nice Girls Don't Bite Their Neighbors 31/7/16
(view spoiler)[ For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book. (hide spoiler)]


Colors and Symbols;
Blue: Pleasure Unbound 24/6/16
Black: The Other C-Word 22/6/16
Red: Desire Unchained 27/6/16
Yellow: The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire 20/6/16
Green: Stuck-Up Suit 28/6/16
White: Passion Unleashed 28/6/16


Olympic Rings: Lover Awakened 1/7/16
Torch/Flame: Tangled 6/7/16
Medals: Beautiful Oblivion 29/6/16
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Light My Fire 4/7/16


Bonus:

Athletics - Up in Flames 19/7/16
Basketball - What Happened to Goodbye 19/6/16
Football/Soccer - Cocky Bastard 26/7/16
Ice Hockey - Pucked 21/6/16


Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Badminton, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

Read: 15 books

Levels:
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

►Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather - Irresistible Desire - 6/16
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
►Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) - Protecting His Own - 6/24
►Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline - Music of the Heart - 6/27
►Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character - The Wedding Dress - 6/22


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
►Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games - Discovering You - 6/28
►Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee - All That He Requires - 6/27

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
►United States (USA) - Fatal Jeopardy - 6/25
►France (FRA) - Trust by Ella Frank - 7/4
Japan (JPN)
►Great Britain (GBR) - Fourth Debt - 6/20
►Canada (CAN) - Fatal Identity - 8/2
►Italy (ITA) - Dominated - 6/28
►Germany (GER) - Crave - 6/30

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
►Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. - - 7/3
►Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”. - - 6/20
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
►Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline. - - 6/20
►Green: Read a book with green on the cover - - 6/30
►White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character. - - 7/3

►Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines. - - 8/11
►Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline. - Nauti Nights - 7/7
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
►Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast. - First Flames - 7/13



**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

I'm in!

Gold Medal 9/20
The Games (5 books)

Summer: The Weekenders - Mary Kay Andrews (South Carolina) 8/12/16
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: The Summer Wind - Mary Alice Monroe (Autism) 8/18/16
Ancient Games: The Summer's End - Mary Alice Monroe 8/25/16

Countries (10 books)

(GRE): Spring Fever - Mary Kay Andrews 9/10/16
(BRA):
(SUI):
(USA) Reconstructing Amelia - Kimberly McCreight 6/22/16
(FRA)
(JPN)
(GBR)
(CAN) Nantucket Nights - Elin Hilderbrand 9/2/16
(ITA)
(GER)


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Beach Town - Mary Kay Andrews 7/3/16
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: A Lowcountry Wedding - Mary Alice Monroe 8/28/16
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: If You Only Knew - Kristan Higgins 7/18/16
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

The Games (5/5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Incandescent (Nevada Desert) by River Savage 6/27
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Barbarian's Touch (Ice Planet) by Ruby Dixon 6/17
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
American Bad Boy: A Military Romance (Leg missing) by Eddie Cleveland 7/3
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Corrupt by Penelope Douglas 7/27
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character
A Gift of Time by Beth Flynn 7/18


Countries (9/10 books)

Greece (GRE):
Brazil (BRA): Settling the Score by R.S. Grey 8/10
Switzerland (SUI): Reign: A Royal Military Romance by Roxie Noir 7/31
United States (USA) American Bad Boy: A Military Romance by Eddie Cleveland 7/3
France (FRA)Captured by Jordan Marie 7/23
Japan (JPN) Fighting for the Edge by Jennifer Comeaux 8/12
Great Britain (GBR) London Bound by Ivy Forever by J. Lerman 6/16
Canada (CAN) Puck Buddies by Tara Brown 7/25
Italy (ITA) Inevitable Love by J.C. Santo 8/11
Germany (GER) Cake: A Rockstar Romance by J. Bengsston 8/28


Colors and Symbols (10/10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
by Ruby Dixon 6/17
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
by River Savage 6/27
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
by Serena Rose 6/15
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
by Lou Cadle 6/19
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
by Nicole Williams 7/27
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
by Erin Noelle 7/4

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
by Ann Mayburn 7/14

Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
by River Savage 6/26

Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
by R.J. Prescott 8/18

Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
by Jordan Marie 7/23


Bonus: 21/41

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing,
Aquatics Edge of Glory by Magain Vernon 7/18,
Archery, The Flame and the Arrow by Emigh Cannaday
Athletics (Track & Field) Saber Tooth by Lou Cadle 6/19
Badminton, 1985: Careless Whisper by Misty Provencher 7/29
Basketball
Biathlon, BENCHED by Abilgail Graham 9/6
Bobsleigh,
Boxing Reaper by A. Zavarelli 7/31
Canoeing,
Cross-Country Skiing Barbarian's Touchby Ruby Dixon 6/17
Curling,
Cycling Ride Hard by Laura Kaye 7/22,
Equestrian The Blackwell Lessons by Suzy K. Quinn 6/16
Fencing Out of Darkness by Anna Carven 7/24,
Field Hockey,
Figure Skating, Fighting for the Edge by Jennifer Comeaux 8/12
Football (Soccer) Settling the Score by R.S. Grey 8/10
Freestyle Skiing,
Golf, Balance by Lucia Franco 9/5
Gymnastics, Out of Bounds by R.S. Grey 8/16
Handball,
Ice Hockey Puck Buddies by Tara Brown 7/25
Judo, The Trickster's Lover by Samantha Macleod 9/7
Luge,
Modern Pentathlon, Corrupt by Penelope Douglas 7/27,
Nordic Combined,
Rowing,
Rugby Reign: A Royal Military Romance by Roxie Noir 7/31
Sailing Captured by Jordan Marie 7/23,
Shooting, Exquisite Trouble by Ann Mayburn 7/14
Short Track Speed Skating,
Skeleton,
Ski Jumping,
Snowboarding,
Speed Skating,
Table Tennis,
Triathlon,
Volleyball,
Weightlifting, Hetch (Swat character) by River Savage 6/26
Wrestling

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
Duration: June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: World Record Holder

Complete = 25 / 25 (+1)

The Games (5 books) (Read = 5 / 5)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather - Paper and Fire -> set partially in Egypt (definitely known for warm/hot weather) - 6/21/16

Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather - Devil in Winter -> takes place completely during winter - 7/2/16

Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) - The Perfect Rake -> both Gideon and Prudence are injured at various times throughout the book (shot wounds, whip marks, etc.) - 6/16/16

Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline - Savage Nights -> Lord Savage's young son figures prominently in this story as a major bone of contension - 6/20/16

Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character - It Happened One Autumn -> historical romance - 6/30/16


Countries (10 books) (Read = 10 / 10)

Greece (GRE) - Lord Savage by Mia Gabriel -> G,R, & E can be found in title - 6/19/16

Brazil (BRA) - Magic Burns by Ilona Andrews -> B, R, & A can be found in title - 7/7/16

Switzerland (SUI) - The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie -> S, U, & I can be found in title - 7/18/16

United States (USA) - Driven to Temptation -> takes place in USA - 7/31/16

France (FRA) - Born of Shadows -> F, R, & A can be found in title - 7/30/16

Japan (JPN) - Unraveled -> female MC, Shiori, is from Japan - 7/3/16

Great Britain (GBR) - Emerald -> takes place in Great Britain (both England and Scotland) - 8/3/16

Canada (CAN) - How to Handle a Cowboy -> C, A, & N can be found in title - 6/26/16

Italy (ITA) - Melting into You by Tracey Alvarez -> I, T, & A found in author's name - 6/22/16

Germany (GER) - Lost Highlander by Cassidy Cayman -> G, E, & R can be found in title - 7/24/16

Colors and Symbols (10 books) (Read = 10 / 10)

Blue - Of Poseidon by Anna Banks -> both has blue on cover and takes place on the beach/in the water - 7/10/16

Black - Of Neptune by Anna Banks -> quite a few bad guys (Jagan & daughter, etc.) in this one - 7/11/16

Red - Day Shift by Charlaine Harris -> has both a mysterious and suspenseful storyline - 7/21/16

Yellow: Stepbrother, Mine by Opal Carew -> yellow on cover - 6/28/16

Green - Of Triton by Anna Banks -> contains animals as a predominant feature of the storyline due to Emma's command of sea life - 7/11/16

White - Protector by Diana Palmer -> Minette Raynor is a virginal character (view spoiler)[(well, at least up until the end) (hide spoiler)] - 7/18/16

Olympic Rings: Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris -> switches POV between the various members of Midnight, though all in 3rd person - 7/6/16

Torch/Flame: Ballroom Blitz by Lorelei James ->has a "hot" storyline - 7/12/16

Medals: Bone Crossed by Patricia Briggs -> has won multiple awards; see GR book page to see awards won - 7/14/16

Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs -> I think Anna counts as being both physically and mentally strong when needed - 7/16/16


Bonus:

Shooting: Born of Ice by Sherrilyn Kenyon -> lots of shooting with "blasters" in this series... - 7/27/16

Let's go to the Olympics! Challenge
6/15/16 - 9/14/16

Levels:
Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)
5/5 read

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather Zippadacious ~ 6/17/16 ~ ★★★
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather Catch a Tiger by the Tail ~ 7/2/16 ~ ★★★★
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) Rise & Fall ~ 6/29/16 ~ ★★★★★
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline Three to Get Ready ~ 6/18/16 ~ ★★★1/2
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character Broken ~ 7/9/16 ~ ★★★★


Countries (10 books)
For each of the countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.
10/10 read

I used the country's abbreviation in the title/author for all of these.
Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games The Only Option by Megan Derr ~ 6/26/16 ~ ★★★★
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games Blood & Thunder by Charlie Cochet ~ 6/25/16 ~ ★★★★★
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee Affiliations, Aliens, and Other Profitable Pursuits ~ 7/4/16 ~ ★★★★

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) - Stand By You ~ 6/27/16 ~ ★★★1/2
France (FRA) - First Day of School ~ 6/27/16 ~ ★★★
Japan (JPN) - Practice Makes Perfect by Jay Northcote ~ 7/17/16 ~ ★★★
Great Britain (GBR) - Waiting for Clark by Annabeth Albert ~ 6/30/16 ~ ★★★★★
Canada (CAN) - Dancer of Death ~ 6/21/16 ~ ★★★★★
Italy (ITA) Rack & Ruin by Charlie Cochet ~ 6/27/16 ~ ★★★★
Germany (GER) Against the Grain by Charlie Cochet ~ 6/30/16 ~ ★★★1/2


Colors and Symbols (10 books)
10/10 read

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. Summoner of Storms ~ 6/19/16 ~ ★★★★★
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”. Hell & High Water ~ 6/24/16 ~ ★★★★
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline. Eater of Lives ~ 6/17/16 ~ ★★★★★
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline. Why Love Matters ~ 6/19/16 ~ ★★★★
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!) Hair Of The Dog ~ 6/16/16 ~ ★★★
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character. A Kind of Truth ~ 6/21/16 ~ ★★★★

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines. Mocker of Ravens ~ 6/20/16 ~ ★★★★★
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline. Reaper of Souls ~ 6/16/16 ~ ★★★★★
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page Destroyer of Worlds ~ 6/18/16 ~ ★★★★★
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong. The Ugliest Sweater ~ 6/15/16 ~ ★★★


Bonus:
The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:
Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Alpine Skiing
Aquatics,
Archery,
Athletics (Track & Field),
Badminton,
Basketball,
Biathlon,
Bobsleigh,
Boxing,
Canoeing,
Cross-Country Skiing,
Curling,
Cycling,
Equestrian,
Fencing,
Field Hockey,
Figure Skating,
Football (Soccer),
Freestyle Skiing,
Golf,
Gymnastics,
Handball,
Ice Hockey,
Judo,
Luge,
Modern Pentathlon,
Nordic Combined,
Rowing,
Rugby,
Sailing,
Shooting,
Short Track Speed Skating,
Skeleton,
Ski Jumping,
Snowboarding,
Speed Skating,
Table Tennis,
Triathlon,
Volleyball,
Weightlifting,
Wrestling

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

World Record Holder: 25/25 books
Bonus: 6

The Games

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer
Batter Up Robyn Neeley 6/20/16

Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter
Ain't She Sweet Marie Force 6/19/16

Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) Hollie starts the book off with a bout of food poisoning, a bird attacks her and she falls and hurts her wrist and hand. Her fiance has scars and a wounded shoulder.
Hollie Porter Builds a Raft Eliza Gordon 6/21/16

Youth Games: Read a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Worth It All Claudia Connor 6/26/16

Ancient Games: Read a book with an older character
And I Love Her Marie Force 6/19/16

Countries

Greece (GRE): letters in title Unforgettable: Book One Nelle L'Amour 6/30/16

Brazil (BRA): letters in title
The Beekeeper's Ball Susan Wiggs 7/12/16

Switzerland (SUI): letters in title
Righteous Lies Patricia Watters 7/4/16

United States setting Whisper Beach Shelley Noble 6/24/16

France 1/2 book set in France Overseas Beatriz Williams 6/15/16

Japan (JPN) letters in title
Justified Deception Patricia Watters 7/4/16

Great Britain (GBR) letters in title
The Right Bride Jennifer Ryan 6/28/16

Canada (CAN) letters in title
Bad Case of Lovin' You Anita Louise 6/17/16

Italy (ITA) letters in title
The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox Maggie O'Farrell 6/23/16

Germany (GER) letters in title
Charged Jay Crownover 7/9/16

Colors and Symbols

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book that is set on or near the water. Newport RI
On the Rocks Erin Duffy 6/20/16

Black: Read a book with black on the cover
Meredith Wild 06/20/16

Red: Read a book with a red cover
Rachel Dunning 6/21/16

Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover
Pamela M. Kelley 6/22/16

Green: Read a book that includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline
I Want to Hold Your Hand Marie Force 6/16/16

White: Read a book with white on the cover AND with a virginal character.
Liz Kelly 6/17/16

Olympic Rings: Read a book with a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Here's to Us Elin Hilderbrand 7/1/16

Torch/Flame: Read a book with a light source on the cover
Debbie Macomber 6/26/16

Medals: Read a book that has won an award of any kind.
Lovers At Heart Melissa Foster 7/3/16

Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
3 Breaths L.K. Collins 6/21/16

Bonus:
Ice Hockey Major Misconduct Kelly Jamieson 6/27/16
Figure Skating Off Limits Kelly Jamieson 6/27/16
Weightlifting Icing Kelly Jamieson 6/27/16
Athletics (Track & Field) Sign Off Patricia McLinn 6/29/16
Rugby Unwrapping Her Perfect Match Kat Latham 7/6/16
Football (Soccer) The Apple Orchard Susan Wiggs 7/11/16

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

Level: World Record Holder
0 of 25 Completed

The Games:
✧Summer: There Goes the Bride - Lori Wilde - takes place in Texas - known to be HOT
✧Winter: Don't Open Till Christmas - Leslie Kelly - takes place at Christmas - aka winter
✧Paralympics: Gingerbread Man - Maggie Shayne - h suffers from PTSD
✧Youth Games: Hidden Huntress - Danielle L. Jensen - YA book
✧Ancient Games: What I Did For a Duke - Julie Anne Long - historical


Countries:
✧Greece (GRE): No Good For Anyone - Locklyn Marx - country abbr in title
✧Brazil (BRA): The Marcelli Bride - Susan Mallery - country abbr in title
✧Switzerland (SUI): Blissful Surrender - BJ Harvey - country abbr in title
✧United States (USA): Under the Covers - Rita Herron - set in US
✧France (FRA): Heart of the Night - Gayle Wilson - country abbr in title
✧Japan (JPN): His Majesty, the Prince of Toads - Delle Jacobs - country abbr in title
✧Great Britain (GBR): The Promise - May McGoldrick - set in England/Great Britain
✧Canada (CAN): Picking Clover - Bobby Hutchinson - set in Canada
✧Italy (ITA): The Mistake - Elle Kennedy - country abbr in title
✧Germany (GER): Partner Games - Jessica Clare - country abbr in title


Colors and Symbols:
✧Blue: Game for Marriage - Karen Erickson - blue cover
✧Black: Safe at Last - Maya Banks - black cover
✧Red: Ginger's Heart - Katy Regnery - red title
✧Yellow: Witness in Death - J.D. Robb - yellow police blockade
✧Green: Hidden Away - Maya Banks - sky has greenish cast
✧White: Finding Bliss - BJ Harvey - white tank
✧Olympic Rings: The Bride of Casa Dracula - Marta Acosta - handcuffs are round
✧Torch/Flame: Tales From Mysteria Falls - Jennifer St. Giles - flame behind couple
✧Medals: Standing in the Shadows - Shannon McKenna - AAR Annual Reader Poll for Best Villain (2004)
✧Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Wrapped in You - Kate Perry - 99 pages

this looks like lots of fun!

I'm in! I'm going for silver because it is summer time!

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15 to September 14
Completed: 15/15✔
That done going for Gold metal now.
Completed: 20/20✔
That done going for World Record Holder now.
Completed: 25/25✔
DONE!!!

The Games 5/5✔

√1. Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer:
- A Kiss to Remember by Teresa Medeiros - set during summer time - 07/11
√2. Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter:
- The Viscount's Christmas Temptation by Erica Ridley - Christmas time - 06/17
√3. Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental):
- Only Beloved by Mary Balogh - MC and his friends have PTSD, blindness, mobility or other disabilities - 06/21
√4. Youth Games: Read a in which a child figures prominently in the story-line:
- The Earl Takes All by Lorraine Heath - the whole premise of the book is around a baby
√5. Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel:
- The Match of the Century by Cathy Maxwell - Historical romance - 07/09

Countries 10/10✔

√6. Greece (GRE):
- How to Seduce a Scoundrel by Vicky Dreiling - letters in the name of the author - 07/23
√7. Brazil (BRA):
- The Captain's Bluestocking Mistress by Erica Ridley - letters in title - 06/27
√8. Switzerland (SUI):
- My American Duchess by Eloisa James - letters in title - 07/14
√9. United States (USA):
- Defiant by Pamela Clare - set in New York 1760 - 07/06
√10. France (FRA):
- The Earl's Defiant Wallflower by Erica Ridley - letters in title - 06/26
√11. Japan (JPN):
- Charming the Highlander by Janet Chapman - letters in the name of the author - 07/26
√12. Great Britain (GBR):
- The Art of Sinning by Sabrina Jeffries - set in the UK - 06/15
√13. Canada (CAN):
- Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble by H.P. Mallory - letters in title - 07/01
√14. Italy (ITA):
- Magic Tests by Ilona Andrews - letters in title - 06/25
√15. Germany (GER):
- How to Ravish a Rake by Vicky Dreiling - 08/01

Colors and Symbols: 10/10✔

√16.Blue: 
- The Winter Laird by Nancy Scanlon - blue on cover and set near water - 06/25
√17. Black: 
- Untamed by Pamela Clare - black on cover - 06/17
18. Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious story-line.
- The Guardian by Sherrilyn Kenyon - red on cover - 08/02
√19. Yellow:
- Magic Mourns - yellow on cover and funny MCs - 07/21
√20. Green: 
- Toil and Trouble by H.P. Mallory - green on cover and werewolves in the book - 07/01
√21. White:
- Marrying Winterborne by Lisa Kleypas - white wedding dress on cover - 06/23

√22. Olympic Rings: Read a book with a story with multiple POVs or connected story-lines:
- Retribution by Sherrilyn Kenyon - more than 4 POVs and at least 4 story-lines - 07/19
√23. Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” story-line.
- An American Werewolf in Hoboken - A full moon an a naked man on the cover...enough said - 07/12
√24. Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind:
- How to Marry a Duke by Vicky Dreiling - HOLT Medallion by Virginia Romance Writers for Historical & Nominee for Best First Book (2012) - 07/21
√25. Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast:
- A Questionable Client by Ilona Andrews - 06/19


Bonus: 0/1
- Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports.

I'm in!
Going for the Bronze Medal - 10 books

1/10 Read

1. Green: Read a book that is set primarily outdoors or includes animals in the storyline -Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

I'm going for the Silver - 15 books!

14/15 completed

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather - most of the book takes place in Miami
Turning Up the Heat 7/16/16***
Winter: Read a book that is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather - set in Denver
Built 7/15/16***
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book -
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel -
Cold-Hearted Rake 7/24/16****


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Aloha Betrayed 7/16/16***
Switzerland (SUI):
Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Bought for the Greek's Revenge
Canada (CAN)
Captive in the Dark 6/30/16**
Italy (ITA)
The Friend Zone by Kristen Callihan 7/13/16****
Germany (GER)
For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover
In Bed with a Highlander 7/20/16****
Black: Read a book with black on the cover
Beyond Shame 6/28/16**
Red: Read a book with a red cover
The Hook Up 7/8/16****
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover
Waking Up Pregnant 6/20/16***
Green: Read a book that includes an animal or animals
Death by Tiara 7/9/16***
White: Read a book with white on the cover
Expecting a Royal Scandal7/12/16***


Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover
Signed Over to Santino
Torch/Flame: Read a book with a “hot” storyline
As Hot as It Gets6/23/16****
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast
A Little Bit of Hot 6/22/16****

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.

There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: Silver Medal (read 15 books)

Read: 14/15
(no page minimum, audiobooks are allowed)

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline - Eighteen: 18 ... 7/22 ★★★★☆
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character

Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
✔ United States (USA) - (set) Spring Fever ... 7/1 ★★★☆☆
✔ France (FRA) - (abbreviation) Forgive and Forget ... 6/22 ★★★☆☆
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
✔ Canada (CAN) - (abbreviation) A Forced Silence ... 7/7 ★★★★☆
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.

Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
✔ Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover - Desert Foxe ... 7/22 ★★★★★
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
✔ Red: Read a book with a red cover - The Merchant of Death ... 7/11 ★★★★★
✔ Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover - Places in Time ... 6/28 ★★★★☆
✔ Green: Read a book that includes animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!) - To Arizona ... 6/26 ★★★★☆
✔ White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character - Treasure ... 7/14 ★★★★☆

✔ Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines - The Two Gentlemen of Altona ... 7/8 ★★★★★
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
✔ Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
Blue Mountain ... 7/25 ★★★★★

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t

Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

✔ Aquatics - Bender ... 7/2 ★★★★☆
✔ Weightlifting - Out of Nowhere ... 7/20 ★★★★★
✔ Basketball - Winter Chill ... 7/21 ★★★☆☆

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Completed: 26/26

World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
One Paris Summer by Denise Grover Swank 7/25
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
A Fatal Thaw by Dana Stabenow 7/1
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Highly Illogical Behavior by John Corey Whaley 8/16
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick 7/24
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character
The Reasons For Marriage by Stephanie Laurens 7/13

Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell 6/20
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Unbreak My Heart by Nicole Jacquelyn 6/21
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee
Undiscovered by Anna Hackett 7/8

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) - Honor Bound by Sandra Brown 6/30
France (FRA) - #Selfie by Cambria Hebert 6/24
Japan (JPN) - It Happened One Wedding by Julie James 6/21
Great Britain (GBR) - Little Beach Street Bakery by Jenny Colgan 6/17
Canada (CAN) - Capture by Rachel Van Dyken 6/25
Italy (ITA) - All The Possibilities by Nora Roberts 6/30
Germany (GER) - Passenger by Alexandra Bracken 8/4

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
by Kristy Woodson Harvey 6/26
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
by Penelope Ward 6/27
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
by Janet Evanovich 8/20
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
by Susan Mallery 7/23
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
by Maya Banks 8/12
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
by Maya Banks 7/27

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
by Natalie Charles 7/17
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
by Rebecca Maizel 7/18
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Girl at War by Sara Novic 8/19
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.
When an Alpha Purrs by Eve Langlais 8/6

Bonus:
Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner.

The Flip Side by Shawn Johnson 8/21

Will start with Bronze!

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: Bronze
Books read: 0/10

The Games of the XXXI Olympiad, or 2016 Summer Olympics, will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from August 5 to August 21, 2016. This is expected to be the largest Olympic Games in history, with more than 10,500 athletes from 206 nations scheduled to participate. Let's celebrate their accomplishments with a challenge!


Levels:

Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

Happy Reading!

My first goal was bronze, but I reached that rather quick and upgraded to gold. Now I'm well past that so I'm upgrading again to World Record Holder.

I'm DONE!


Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016
Level: World Record Holder

Books read: 25/25
Bonus books: 2


Levels:

Bronze Medal: Read 10 books
Silver Medal: Read 15 books
Gold Medal: Read 20 books
World Record Holder: Read 25 books
Bonus: The bonus can be added to any level, and read at any time during the challenge.


The Games (5/5 books)
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✔Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather Unleashed June 19
✔Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather In the Middle of Somewhere June 15
✔Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) Handling the Undead July 3
✔Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline Ossians ovanliga nanny June 22
✔Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character Highlander in Her Dreams July 9
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Countries (10/10 books)
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✔Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games Scaling Her Dragon June 26
✔Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games. Better Than Good July 6
✔Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee The Vampire's Coqui June 24

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
✔United States (USA) Second Chance Summer June 22
✔France (FRA) Finally Fallen by Z. Allora June 16
✔Japan (JPN) The Seduction of His Wife by Janet Chapman July 7
✔Great Britain (GBR) Broken Boundaries by Evangeline Anderson June 25
✔Canada (CAN) . One Sweet Ride by Jaci Burton July 10
✔Italy (ITA) Latakia June 21
✔Germany (GER) Big Bad Wolf by Georgette St. Clair June 20

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.
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Colors and Symbols (10/10 books)
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The colors on the Olympic Flag:

✔Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. Maid for the Rock Star June 29
✔Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.Ink and His Shadow June 21
✔Red: Read a book that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.Black Ice July 5
✔Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline. The Vampire's Mail Order Bride July 4
✔Green: Read a book with green on the cover, Salvaging Toby's Heart June 20
✔White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a virginal character.The Game Plan July 6

✔Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover Big Rock June 24
✔Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover. Timber Pack Chronicles July 5
✔Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. Me Before You July 13
✔Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong. Pretty Monsters (super fast read) June 20
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Bonus:
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The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports.

Him (Ice Hockey), Room for You
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Bonus:

Olympics Challenge - Level: World Record Holder
Duration: June 15 - September 14
Completed: 15/25

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Shadow Touch by Marjorie M. Liu 08/03/16
Paralympics:  Innocent Prey by Maggie Shayne 06/22/16
Youth Games: Princess of Glass by Jessica Day George 06/16/16
Ancient Games: A Rogue's Proposal by Stephanie Laurens 07/18/16


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): Hide by Lisa Gardner 08/04/16
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): A Secret Love by Stephanie Laurens 08/02/16

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) - Alone by Lisa Gardner 07/08/16
France (FRA) On Thin Ice by Anne Stuart 08/20/16
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR) - Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin 06/29/16
Canada (CAN) Sun Kissed by Catherine Anderson 08/05/16
Italy (ITA) - The Lunatic Cafe by Laurell K. Hamilton 07/04/16
Germany (GER) - Games of the Heart by Kristen Ashley 07/25/16

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag: 
Blue: I Only Have Eyes for You by Bella Andre 06/28/16
Black: In the End by Tracey Ward 06/30/16
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Uprooted by Naomi Novik 06/26/16
Green: Never Cry Wolf by Cynthia Eden 07/05/16
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Z for Zachariah by Robert C. O'Brien 06/27/16 
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

RRRC Quarterly Challenge - Msg
June 15, 2015 - September 14, 2016

Let's Go to the Olympics Challenge

25/25

The Games

☑ Summer - Hollywood Bound (6/17) ★★½
☑ Winter - Out of My Mind (7/4) ★★★★
☑ Paralympics - Blood in the Water (6/26) ★★★★
☑ Youth Games - Job Hunt (6/19) ★★★★½
☑ Ancient Games - Hesitant Heart (6/24) ★★★½

Countries

☑ Greece (GRE) - Embracing His Syn (6/15) ★★★★
☑ Brazil (BRA) - To Hate and To Hold by Dakota Rebel (7/2) ★★★
☑ Switzerland (SUI) - Must Love Otters by Eliza Gordon (7/23) ★★★★

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
☑ United States (USA) - A Better Man (6/22) ★★★★½
☑ France (FRA) - How to Run with a Naked Werewolf (7/10) ★★★★½
☑ Japan (JPN) - The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff (7/7) ★★★★
☑ Great Britain (GBR) - Castle Hill (6/24) ★★★★
☑ Canada (CAN) - Baby Bonanza (7/4) ★★★½
☑ Italy (ITA) - Always a Sinner by Avril Ashton (7/1) ★★★★
☑ Germany (GER) - Ryde the Lightning (7/5) ★★★★

Colors and Symbols

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
☑ Blue - Midsummer Moon (6/22) ★★★★
☑ Black - A Sinner Born (6/23) ★★★★
☑ Red - House of Stone (7/6) ★★★★½
☑ Yellow - Sinner's Knot (7/1) ★★★★★
☑ Green - Locke and Key (6/26) ★★★★
☑ White - A Kiss For Midwinter (7/1) ★★★★★

☑ Olympic Rings - Azagoth (7/1) ★★★★★
☑ Torch/Flame - Extreme Exposure (6/21) ★★★★½
☑ Medals - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (6/30) ★★★★★
☑ Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger" - The Naughty Boy (6/19) ★★★★

Bonus

☑ Figure Skating - Training Complex (6/28) ★★★★★
☑ Athletics (Track & Field) - One Step at a Time (6/29) ★★★
☑ Fencing - Sword Bearer (7/3) ★★★½
☑ Boxing - Fight (7/19) ★★★★½
☑ Shooting - Conversation Hearts (7/24) ★★★★
☑ Swimming - A Solid Core of Alpha (7/25) ★★★★★
☑ Swimming - Deep Magic (7/27) ★★★½
☑ Equestrian - Finding Home (8/8) ★★★★
☑ Swimming - When Beauty Tamed the Beast (8/12) ★★★★½
☑ Basketball - Unexpected Homecoming (8/14) ★★★★
☑ Aquatics - The Downs (8/14) ★★★★½
☑ Athletics - The 13th Hex (8/14) ★★★★★
☑ Shooting - Sweet Revenge (8/16) ★★★★★
☑ Soccer - Playing for Keeps (8/17) ★★★★
☑ Equestrian - Charming the Prince (8/18) ★★★★★
☑ Boxing - Unraveled (8/23) ★★★★
☑ Rugby - My Prince (8/24) ★★★★
☑ Judo - Vampire Academy (8/29) ★★★½
☑ Equestrian - The White Road (9/2) ★★★★★
☑ Boxing - Axel's Pup (9/4) ★★★★★
☑ Fencing - Magic Strikes (9/8) ★★★★★

Completed: 14/25

The Games (5/5)
Summer: Hot Place - Deserted Island in Bermuda Triangle - Micah's Island - 6/26/16
Winter: Winter Time - Desire After Dark - 7/19/16
Paralympics: Mental - Her Mad Hatter - 6/29/16
Youth Games: Prominent Child - Imagine - 7/16/16
Ancient Games: Historical - Mine Till Midnight - 7/8/16



Countries (2/10)
Greece (GRE):
Brazil (BRA):
Switzerland (SUI):
United States (USA): The Wives of Bowie Stone - 7/12/16
France (FRA):
Japan (JPN):
Great Britain (GBR): The Infamous Rogue - 7/6/16
Canada (CAN):
Italy (ITA):
Germany (GER):

[GRE][BRA][SUI] [FRA][JPN] [CAN][ITA][GER]

Colors and Symbols (7/10)
Blue: Dangerous Passions - 6/28/16
Black: Slave-Girl of the Dragon Rider - 6/24/16
Red: Moondance in Red - 6/17/16
Yellow:
Green: Baited - 6/27/16
White: Unbreak My Heart - 7/27/16
Olympic Rings: Round on cover - Moon - Country Girl, City Moon - 6/21/16
Torch/Flame:
Medals:
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Main Male Physically Strong - Dragon's Lair - 7/20/16

[YEL] [TOR][MED]

Bonus Books

I'm in for world record holder level

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

25/25

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather Lightning Lingers ***** 8/29
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather Daniel's Christmas **** 7/30
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.) Rattlesnake **** 6/26
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline Demigods and Monsters: Your Favorite Authors on Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series *** 9/1
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character The Seven Sisters **** 8/27


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games GRavE Witch **** 7/28
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games Blue smoke by NorA roberts **** 8/17
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee Some assembly reqUIred **** 8/18

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA) The Shack 7/5 **** location is USA
France (FRA) The Bohemian and the Banker **** 8/25 - location is France
Japan (JPN) velveteeN vs he Junior suPer patriots ***** 8/2
Great Britain (GBR) fiGhting foR flight by jB salsbury *** 7/12
Canada (CAN) AftershoCk by jill sorensoN *** 7/22
Italy (ITA) AbsInThe of malice **** 7/9
Germany (GER) Cited to Death by mEG peRry **** 7/8

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water. **** 8/23
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”. **** 8/3
Red: Read a book that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline. **** 8/28
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, ***** 8/16
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, ***** 7/9
White: Read a book with white on the cover, **** 6/19

Olympic Rings: Read a book with multiple POVs *** 8/18
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover **** 7/12
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. ***** 9/3
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong. **** 9/3

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.


There is no minimum page count, and audiobooks and rereads are allowed. You may either update your original post or repost as the challenge progresses, but please repost upon completion.

Happy Reading!

World Record Holder + Bonus

0/30

The Games: 0/5
Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games:M Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character

Countries: 0/10
Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee
Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols - 0/10
The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.
Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different.


Bonus:
The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:
Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge


Goal: World Record Holder (0/25 books + 0/1 Bonus)
June 15, 2016 - September 14, 2016

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

Starting w/Bronze and see how far I can go. +Bonus

Let’s go to the Olympics! Challenge
June 15, 2016 through September 14, 2016

The Games (5 books)

Summer: Read a book that takes place in the summer, or that is set somewhere that is known for warm/hot weather
Winter: Read a book that takes place in the winter, or is set in a location known for cooler/cold weather
Paralympics: Read a book with a character who suffers from some sort of illness or disability (physical or mental), or other physical defect (scars, injury, etc.)
Book: Tyrant by T.M. Frazier
Finished: June 16th
How it fits: Character has amnesia
Youth Games: Read a children’s or YA book, or a book in which a child figures prominently in the storyline
Ancient Games: Read a Historical novel or a book with an older character


Countries (10 books)

Greece (GRE): The home of the Ancient Olympic Games, and location of the first modern Olympic Games
Brazil (BRA): Host nation of this year’s Summer Olympic Games
Switzerland (SUI): Home of the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee

Nations that have hosted the Olympics (Winter or Summer) at least three times:
United States (USA)
France (FRA)
Book: Shards of Hope by Nalini Singh
Finished: June 21st
How it fits: (FRA) in title
Japan (JPN)
Great Britain (GBR)
Canada (CAN)
Italy (ITA)
Germany (GER)

For each of the above countries, read a book that is set in that country, has an author or character from there, or where the three letters in the country’s abbreviation can be found in the title and/or author of the book.


Colors and Symbols (10 books)

The colors on the Olympic Flag:
Blue: Read a book with blue on the cover, or that is set on or near the water.
Black: Read a book with black on the cover, or with a darker storyline or a character that you would consider a “bad guy”.
Red: Read a book with a red cover, or that has a suspenseful or mysterious storyline.
Yellow: Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with a happy, funny, or lighthearted character or storyline.
Green: Read a book with green on the cover, or that is set primarily outdoors or includes an animal or animals prominently in the storyline (shifters count!)
White: Read a book with white on the cover, or with a shy, naïve, or virginal character.

Olympic Rings: Read a book with something round on the cover, or a story with multiple POVs or connected storylines.
Torch/Flame: Read a book with fire or some other light source on the cover, or with a “hot” storyline.
Medals: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award of any kind. If you need ideas, see the Goodreads Book Awards page
Olympic Motto "Faster, Higher, Stronger": Read a short book that you can finish Fast, a longer book with a High page count, or a book with a character that is either physically or mentally Strong.

**For the colors, the cover does not need to be most or all that color, but if not it must be something that stands out on the cover, not something that just blends in and wouldn’t be noticed if the color were different. For example, Ride Hard (Raven Riders, #1) by Laura Kaye would work for red, but Rocky Mountain Shelter (Six Pack Ranch, #9) by Vivian Arend wouldn’t


Bonus:

The following sports are currently included in either the Summer or Winter Olympic Games:

Alpine Skiing, Aquatics, Archery, Athletics (Track & Field), Badminton, Basketball, Biathlon, Bobsleigh, Boxing, Canoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Curling, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football (Soccer), Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Ice Hockey, Judo, Luge, Modern Pentathlon, Nordic Combined, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Short Track Speed Skating, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboarding, Speed Skating, Table Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Wrestling

Read one (or more) book in which a MC participates in one of the Olympic sports. Note: This doesn’t have to be in a professional or even organized manner. For example, if one of the MCs lifts weights as part of a workout, it can be used for weightlifting.

For location: What if it the characters travel to multiple locations?

For clarification: Are we using multiple for 2+ or 3+? Because 2 could be dual instead of multiple.

Updated message #41:

MyzanM wrote: "My first goal was bronze, but I'm almost done already so I'm upgrading to GOLD to make it more challenging."

So far I've read 8 books!

Shan wrote: "For location: What if it the characters travel to multiple locations?

For clarification: Are we using multiple for 2+ or 3+? Because 2 could be dual instead of multiple."

Hi Shan!

As far as location goes, if there are multiple locations in the book, you're welcome to use any that play a significant part in the storyline (one location per book, of course!) For example, if the MC(s) take a road trip in which they drive through several states/countries, if it's just mentioned that they're passing through a certain place, that won't count, but if something important to the plot happens there you can use it, even if they're only there for a short time.

For multple POV, anything more than one would be considered multiple.

I hope this answers your questions, and that I understood correctly what you were asking! :D

»LET'S GO TO THE OLYMPICS!«
6/15/16 - 9/14/16
Post 50

THE GAMES
5/5
(view spoiler)[
·Summer - Croc's Return set in Florida. (7/9/16)
·Winter - Vampire Vacation set in Alaska. (7/2/16)
·Paralympic - Slow Burn (6/29/16)
·Youth Games - Dirty Deeds (9/1/16)
·Ancient Games - Vacation Hell Auric is ancient (7/19/16)
(hide spoiler)]

THE COUNTRIES
9/10
(view spoiler)[
·Greece (GRE) - The Zero Dog War letters in title (8/22/16)
·Brazil (BRA) - All Roar and No Bite letters in title (8/3/16)
·Switzerland (SUI) - Devil's Due letters in title (8/31/16)
·Unites States (USA) - Pack Challenge MCs in USA (8/18/16)
·France (FRA) - Halfway to the Grave letters in title (6/28/16)
·Japan (JPN)
·Great Britain (GBR) - No More Black Magic letters in title (7/23/16)
·Canada (CAN) Dragon Actually letters in title (6/19/16)
·Italy (ITA) Chasing Rabbits letters in title (8/27/16)
·Germany (GER) - Badgering the Bear letters in title (8/17/16)
(hide spoiler)]

COLORS & SYMBOLS
8/10
(view spoiler)[
·Blue - Hoodoo Blue (7/5/16)
·Black - The Devil In Disguise Luke Thorne, "bad guy". (7/5/16)
·Red - Crimson Sin (8/16/16)
·Yellow - Girl's Guide to Witchcraft (7/8/16)
·Green - Swan and the Bear (7/12/16)
·White - First Grave on the Right (6/20/16)

·Olympic Rings - Croc and the Fox (8/30/16)
·Torch/Flame - Kiss at Your Own Risk (7/16/16)
·Medals - Second Grave on the Left Best Paranormal Fantasy 2011 Nominee.
·Olympic Motto
(hide spoiler)]

BONUS
8/?
(view spoiler)[·Weightlifting - Caber toss/Scotish games Soulceress (6/24/16)
·Track and Field - Hill race/Scotish games Soulceress
(6/24/16)
·Swimming - Vacation Hell (7/19/16)
·Sailing/Rowing - Vacation Hell (7/19/16)
·Fencing - MC trains with wooden swords Crimson Sin (8/16/16)
·Shooting - The Zero Dog War (8/22/16)
·Judo - MC does Judo The Zero Dog War (8/22/16)
·Synchronized Swimming - "This time things had gone with flawless precision - practically the synchronized swimming version of full-frontal military assault." (8/22/16)
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