Thursday, September 1, 2022

RIP XVII Challenge - September 1 through October 31, 2022

 



  • Grab your spooky books, because it’s the best time of year again!
  • To join the R.I.P. Challenge, just read as many mystery, suspense, thriller, horror, dark fantasy, supernatural, or Gothic books as you’d like September 1st – October 31st, and post/discuss them on your blog, Instagram, or Twitter. The group is also on Discord!
  • Use #RIPXVII to connect with other challenge participants.
  • Check out this link for all of the challenge details: https://linktr.ee/perilreaders
Possible RIP Choices

  1. The Night She Disappeared; Lisa Jewell - 4/5 stars
  2. Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six; Lisa Unger  - 3.5/5 stars
  3. The Couple at Number 9; Claire Douglas
  4. The Hunchback of Notre Dame; Victor Hugo (bucket list book)
  5. Dark Tales; Shirley Jackson - 4/5 stars
  6. The Haunted Hotel; Wilkie Collins (bucket list book)

I’ll be tracking my RIP books for this challenge on this post and on my sidebar:

  1. Dark Tales; Shirley Jackson - 4/5 stars
  2. The Night She Disappeared; Lisa Jewell - 4/5 stars
  3. Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six; Lisa Unger  - 3.5/5 stars

    22 comments:

    1. I thought about joining this challenge again this year, but decided to keep reading from my "Want to Read Before the End of 2022!" stack. I've been on a roll with literary fiction this summer and don't really feel compelled to read any mysteries. Maybe next year. Have fun!

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    2. Hey, whatever works. I created a 2022-2033 Bucket List last month and read just (1) in August but, I picked to (2) from that list for RIP so hoping that works.

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    3. I would definitely begin with that Shirley Jackson title...just in case you fizzle out on this one early. LOL

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      1. Thanks for the suggestion. It's a variety of author stories and several are authors that I've enjoyed in the past.

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    4. Anything by Wilkie Collins is usually good. I thought about doing this but am not sure I want to take on another official challenge after the 20 Books of Summer and the others I have that are still ongoing. That said, I'll be reading spooky and crime books as autumn gets underway regardless so will be joining you in spirit! :-)

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    5. I can understand not wanting to add another challenge. This has been a ritual with me for about 14 years and fall means darker reads for me anyway. I do plan to read a few books that are on my bucket list for this challenge as well so that should help with both. Enjoy your fall picks Cath.

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    6. This is always a fun challenge! But then I love reading Gothic mysteries, thrillers, supernatural reads and a little horror. Your list of books look good. I want to check out Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six; and I liked reading The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Happy R.I.P.ping! :D

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      1. Thanks Lark, I hope to start Secluded Cabin Sleeps 6 soon. Like you, I enjoy a varied mix when it comes to darker reads.

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    7. So excited to join in on this one again. I'm starting off with a cozy read but can't wait for some darker tales. I love the mix of classic and modern thrillers you've got here. Hope you have tons of fun with your reading, Diane!

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    8. Thanks Iliana, I always look forward to this one. I hope you like all your choices. I will be looking forward to your reviews.

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    9. I am not a big spooky reader, but I am in again!

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    10. Yeah, I'm not a horror or supernatural fan but, love Gothic, mystery and thrillers so I'm good:0 I'll check your post.

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    11. I always love this challenge, especially to see what others are reading. Not 100% sure I will do it this year, as I have a lot on my plate at the moment. I'm always eager to read about Wilkie's books!

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      1. Yes, sometimes the timing is just not right no matter how much we love a good challenge. Next year!

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    12. I haven't read any of these but I have the Lisa Jewell on my TBR and I'm adding the Wilkie Collins and Shirley Jackson books as well. Good luck and I can't wait to see your thoughts on these.

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    13. I'm not much of a mystery/spooky reader, but do have a few titles I'd like to read this fall. Will be happy if I get to one or two. Wilkie Collins is perfect for this challenge! I haven't read The Haunted Hotel, but loved The Moonstone and The Woman in White. Good luck!

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      1. I do like Gothic as well from time to time, especially for fall reading.

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    14. Diane, you borrowed from Diana and I'm going to borrow from you. RIP Challenge is one I try to do each year. It's a perfect match for me. I'm a little late, but better late than....right? LOL

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      1. Be my guest Kay, the RIP post is quite generic, no sense for any of us to reinvent the wheel:) Have fun, I love this challenge.

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    15. Yeah I like reading a Shirley Jackson book in October .... perfect for spooky.

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    16. Your list sounds great, Diane! Hope you've fun and I look forward to your reviews. :)

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