Welcome back to the Around the World in 80 Books reading challenge after the summer break. I hope you all managed to get some down time and read loads of books.
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We're half way through the year. Yay! Are you halfway through your reading challenge?
Well done to everyone who read a book in June and added the link to the June post. And an even bigger congratulations to those who read one of the books of the month. I hope you all enjoyed reading a story set in Africa?
First of all, well done to everyone who read a book in May and added the link to the May post. Even though we didn't have a specific May book of the month, it's good to know that you all kept reading.
So here are the May Book of the Month award winners:
This is a bonus award for reading, reviewing and adding the book links for May.
Shonna
Shreyas
Maphead
Kay
Maya
Alisa
Nana
Nana
If I missed you from the list, just make sure you add your book review link to the May post.
On to the challenge for June and we're in Africa this month. Here are the book(s) of the month:
Claws of a Killer by Lauri Kubuitsile
crime fiction
Palace Walk (The Cairo Trilogy, Vol 1) by Naguib Mahfouz
literary fiction
Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Adichie
literary fiction
Night Dancer by Chika Unigwe
women's fiction
An Elergy of Easterly by Petina Gappah
short stories anthology
The Palm Oil Stain by Nadia Maddy
contemporary women's fiction
Midwife to Destiny by Nana Prah
sweet romantic fiction
Most Eligible Bachelor by Empi Baryeh
steamy romantic fiction
As always, you can choose to read one or more of these books to qualify for the book of the month award. The Africa continent award will be given out at the end of this challenge.
Add your June book review links
Hi ROW80Book challengers,
As I wrote in my email last month, there isn't a specific Book of the Month in May as we take a break. With that in mind, any fiction book you read in May will count towards your book of the month. All you need to do is read and post the link to your review on the linky to qualify. One book (of the month) per challenger.
Here are the winners of the April LGBT/BOTM reading challenge award:
Shreyas - The Prophet Murders
Shonna - Scars
Veronina - Boy Meet boy
Congratulations to the award winners
If I missed you out of the list please let me know.
Any outstanding continent award will be given next month.
In June we will be travelling to Africa for our reading challenge books.
Add your links to your May reading challenge books
Sorry, we're a bit late getting this up. We're having a hectic April over here.
First of all, thank you to everyone who participated in March's Book of the Month challenge. I know some of the books pulled you out of your comfort zones with the menage/love triangle theme. It is great that you all persevered and finished the books. So thanks again.
First of all, thank you to everyone who participated in February's Book of the Month challenge. I know some of the books pulled you out of your comfort zones. It is great that you all persevered and finished the books. So thanks again.
This month on the Around The World in 80 Books Reading Challenge we are off to the US of A to explore African-American history through fiction.
But before I get to that I want to thank everyone who participated in January's reading challenge. A special commendation to those who complete January's Book of the month challenge and those who read books set in India. Here are the award winners.
If you want to remind yourself of the entire rules and guidelines visit the Around The World In 80 Days Reading Challenge post.
But the basic gist is to travel across the globe by reading books set in different locations. Imagine yourself as the literary Phileas Fogg, travelling from one city to another with each book you read. There are gem awards to collect along the way and a $25 gift card for one lucky winner at the end of the year.
I've invited authors to share some of the books on their reading list over the festive season. Today, I have romance author Nana Prah giving us a peek into some of the African romance books on her to-be-read pile. Check them out.
First of all, let me introduce you to one of Nana's books. I love this cover!
Midwife to Destiny is coming early 2014
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Unedited Blurb
Nurse Aurora Aikins, Ora to her friends, never expected to find the love of her life while on vacation to South Africa. Engaged to another and battling other issues, she returns to Ghana to fulfill her promise to a man she never loved nor ever would.
Nurse Aurora Aikins, Ora to her friends, never expected to find the love of her life while on vacation to South Africa. Engaged to another and battling other issues, she returns to Ghana to fulfill her promise to a man she never loved nor ever would.
Dr. Jason Lartey never got over his chance
encounter with Ora. After learning she didn’t marry, he moves to Ghana to
rekindle their love. His sudden appearance in Ora’s Emergency Department sends
sparks flying all over again.
With help from Ora’s cousin, Esi, it’s
smooth sailing for the reunited couple until her unresolved issues cause her to
leave him. Will the destined love they share be lost forever?
Here are some of the books on Nana's holiday reading list.
I've invited authors to share some of the books on their reading list over the festive season. Today, I have romance author Kiru Taye giving us a peek into some of the multicultural / interracial romance books on her to-be-read pile. Check them out.
First of all, let me introduce you to one of Kiru's books.
When Christy Inemi-Spiff discovers that the man
she vowed to love and honor has no such feelings for her, she is determined to
cut her losses and move on with her life. A quick, quiet divorce is all she
wishes….
However, Joshua has other ideas. He’s not ready to walk away yet, especially when he doesn’t understand why Christy wants out of their marriage. So he demands she agree to spend a quiet Christmas on a remote African Island with him, hoping they can salvage their relationship. If she still wants a divorce after these two weeks, he will let her go. But not before he’s had his fill of her.
But with the sparking tension between them, and the secrets behind the disintegration of their marriage threatening to explode, will either of them get their wish? Or will this season of good will show them what really lies at the bottom of their hearts?
However, Joshua has other ideas. He’s not ready to walk away yet, especially when he doesn’t understand why Christy wants out of their marriage. So he demands she agree to spend a quiet Christmas on a remote African Island with him, hoping they can salvage their relationship. If she still wants a divorce after these two weeks, he will let her go. But not before he’s had his fill of her.
But with the sparking tension between them, and the secrets behind the disintegration of their marriage threatening to explode, will either of them get their wish? Or will this season of good will show them what really lies at the bottom of their hearts?
Here are some of the books she's be reading over the holidays. Happy reading!
I've invited authors to share some of the books on their reading list over the festive season. Today, I have romance author, Raven McAllan giving us a peek into some of the Regency / Historical Romance books on her to-be-read pile. Check them out.
First of all, let me introduce you to one of Raven's books.
Propriety is a lonely bedfellow, until twin delights show this lady her true desires.
At three and forty, Lady Rose Sophia Symonds has resigned herself to life passing her by. Overhearing her protegee in the throes of passion with not one, but two lovers, leaves her wanting and wishing. That is, until she is accosted at a ball by Jasper and Nathaniel Thorne.
Newly back in the county, the eccentric and much younger twins have set their sights on Rose, and they are determined to have her, even it means cheating at cards.
Will accepting their wager free Rose and lead her to the heights of passion she craves? Or will their desire drive her away?
Here are some of the books on Raven's reading list. Happy reading!
I've invited authors to share some of the books on their
reading list over the festive season. Today, I have shape-shifter romance
author, Rosanna Leo giving us a peek into some of the shifter books on her
to-be-read pile. Check them out.
First of all, let me introduce you to one of Rosanna's
books.
Blurb:
Bear shifter Ryland Snow just wants peace. The peace and
quiet afforded him at his woodsy retreat, the Ursa Fishing Lodge. As owner of
the lodge, Ryland enjoys the tranquil life he’s created among his fellow
shifters. He lives to maintain a safe haven for them, away from meddlesome
human eyes.
When his rock star brother arrives, bringing trouble in the form of a possible hit man, Ryland is incensed. He’s been cleaning up Soren’s messes as long as he can remember, and is tired of his brother’s lecherous exploits.
Things go from bad to worse when Lia Goodblood stumbles upon Ryland and his lodge. Yes, the reclusive erotica author is easy on the eyes, but the human woman is more trouble than she’s worth. To say nothing of her bizarre fear of furry creatures.
Ryland determines to rid himself of her presence. But when he learns she’s on the run from a crazed fan, Ryland’s protective bear instincts flare. And the bear won’t be denied.
When his rock star brother arrives, bringing trouble in the form of a possible hit man, Ryland is incensed. He’s been cleaning up Soren’s messes as long as he can remember, and is tired of his brother’s lecherous exploits.
Things go from bad to worse when Lia Goodblood stumbles upon Ryland and his lodge. Yes, the reclusive erotica author is easy on the eyes, but the human woman is more trouble than she’s worth. To say nothing of her bizarre fear of furry creatures.
Ryland determines to rid himself of her presence. But when he learns she’s on the run from a crazed fan, Ryland’s protective bear instincts flare. And the bear won’t be denied.
Here
are some of the books on Rosanna's reading list this holiday season. Happy
reading!
I've invited authors to share some of the books on their
reading list over the festive season. Today, I have erotic romance author,
Doris O'Connor giving us a peek into the books on her to-be-read pile. As she writes
scorching BDSM/erotic romance, you can expect these books to be adult-only reads. Check them out.
First of all, let me introduce you to one of Doris's
books
Blurb:
When international movie star Sven Larsson meets young
widowed mom of three, Sylvia, the sexual chemistry between them is instant and
explosive—and plastered all over the papers. Sven needs to repair his damaged
reputation. The last thing he needs is another scandal, but the Dom in him
can't resist the challenge Sylvia represents.
Having survived an abusive marriage, Sylvia is not looking for another relationship, let alone a kinky one with a man of Sven's reputation. Her submissive side can't help but be drawn to him, especially once she gets to know the man behind the public image. She can't help but fall in love with the private, broken Sven—even if he doesn't do love.
With the paparazzi breathing down their necks at every turn, and past demons raising their ugly heads, will they ever be able to find happiness?
Having survived an abusive marriage, Sylvia is not looking for another relationship, let alone a kinky one with a man of Sven's reputation. Her submissive side can't help but be drawn to him, especially once she gets to know the man behind the public image. She can't help but fall in love with the private, broken Sven—even if he doesn't do love.
With the paparazzi breathing down their necks at every turn, and past demons raising their ugly heads, will they ever be able to find happiness?
Here are some of the books on Doris's reading list this
holiday season. Happy reading!
