Readers Imbibing Peril (RIP) XVIII

Readers Imbibing Peril (RIP) XVIII

Bonfires. Gourds. Sweaters and seasonal socks and candles. It’s time again for the Readers Imbibing Peril Challenge (RIP). The purpose of the R.I.P. Challenge is to enjoy books/movies that could be classified as: Mystery Suspense Thriller Dark Fantasy Gothic Horror Supernatural The emphasis is never on the word challenge, instead, it is about coming together as a community and embracing the autumnal mood, whether the weather is cooperative where you live or not. This year the hashtag is #ripxviii. The Puzzle of Blackstone Lodge by Martin Edwards Treats, Tricks, and Trespassing by Kathleen Suzette Midnight Riot by Ben Aaronovitch Let It Crow! Let It Crow! Let It Crow! by Donna Andrews ‘Twas the Bite Before Christmas by David Rosenfelt Hemlock Island by Kelley Armstrong Murder at the Castle by M.B.Shaw The Cliff House by Chris Brookmyre Dead to Rights by Jasmine Webb Moon Over Soho by Ben Aaronovitch The Ghost Who Loved Diamonds by Bobbi Holmes...
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Readers Imbibing Peril XIV Begins Tomorrow

Readers Imbibing Peril XIV Begins Tomorrow

Bonfires. Gourds. Sweaters and seasonal socks and candles. It's the fourteenth year of Readers Imbibing Peril, or RIP. The purpose of the R.I.P. Challenge is to enjoy books that could be classified as: MysterySuspenseThrillerDark FantasyGothicHorrorSupernatural The emphasis is never on the word challenge, instead it is about coming together as a community and embracing the autumnal mood, whether the weather is cooperative where you live or not. The goals are simple.  Have fun reading.Share that fun with others. Sign up at : https://readersimbibingperil.com/. I'm planning on completing Peril the First: Read four books, any length, that you feel fit (our very broad definitions) of R.I.P. literature. It could be Stephen King or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Shirley Jackson or Tananarive Due…or anyone in between....
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RIP XIII

RIP XIII

The R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril challenge, otherwise known as R.I.P. takes place every September 1st through October 31st. The purpose of the R.I.P. challenge is to enjoy books that could be classified as Mystery (my favorite), Suspense, Thriller, Dark Fantasy, Gothic, Horror, or Supernatural. There are multiple levels of participation (Perils): Peril the First – Read four books, any length, that fit the definition of R.I.P. literature. Peril the Second – Read two books of any length. Peril the Third – This Peril involves reading one book. Peril of the Short Story – You can read short stories any time during the challenge. Peril on the Screen – This is for those of us who like to watch suitably scary, eerie, mysterious, gothic fare during this time of year. It may be something on the small screen or large. Peril of the Review – Submit a short review of any book you read. This year, I’ll be doing Peril the First and maybe Peril of the Short Story. I don't really...
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R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril Challenge XII

R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII starts today. Our fabulous hosts are Heather at My Capricious Life and Andi at Estella's Revenge. Head over to either blog to sign-up. The purpose of the R.I.P. Challenge is to enjoy books that could be classified as: Mystery. Suspense. Thriller. Dark Fantasy. Gothic. Horror. Supernatural. There are two simple goals for the R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XII Challenge: 1. Have fun reading. 2. Share that fun with others. I don't read much horror, but a mystery and a cup of hot chocolate is perfect for fall. I'm signing up for Peril the First. Read four books, any length, that you feel fit (our very broad definitions) of R.I.P. literature. It could be Stephen King or Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Shirley Jackson or Tananarive Due…or anyone in between. I'm also going to try to participate in the group read of Slade House by David Mitchell. My tentative reading list: Glass Houses by Louise Penny Slade House by David Mitchell Weycombe by G. M. Malliet Death at Breakfast by Beth Gutcheon Emma in the Night by Wendy Walker The Shimmering Road by...
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R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril X

This year, I'm participating in tthe R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril X (RIP-X) reading event hosted by The Estella Society. It runs from September 1st through October 31st and involves reading books and watching movies and TV shows from the following categories: mystery, suspense, thriller, dark fantasy, gothic, horror, and supernatural. The rules are simple… 1. Have fun reading (and watching). 2. Share that fun with others. There are several reading levels called Perils involved in this event. Check out the master post for full details. My chosen Perils are below. Peril the First involves reading a minimum of four books that fit within the previously mentioned categories. I know I plan on reading/listening to The Nature of the Beast by Louise Penny and Candy Corn Murder by Leslie Meier. I'm not sure what else. Books I've read: The Nature of the Beast by Louise Penny The Visitant by Megan Chance The Quick by Lauren Owen Candy Corn Murder by Leslie Meier Peril of the Short Story clearly involves reading short stories. I...
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