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June 5, 2011
YAsaves
A recent article has sparked a lot of comments in Twitter land. Here's the article:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702303657404576357622592697038.html?mod=e2tw
I read this article and had to roll my eyes. I grew up in a mostly religious home(well my mother anyway) and went to church every Sunday. In the meantime I was being abused by my father. I knew what he was doing was wrong and that something wasn't quite right with him. The one time I went and told a so-called friend, the next day she told me she had to get another friend as her father, who was in the bishopric of our church, told her, "No good girl says those disgusting things about her father."
I was the bad girl.
For years I thought I was to blame for the abuse. It was books that helped me. The Martin Luther King Library in South Sacramento, Ca was my savior during this dark time of my life. Books like THE OUTSIDERS and authors like Judy Blume also spoke to me.
Later, I was asked to share my story. I've written poetry dealing with my abuse. Others though have told me to just get over it. That it is my responsibility to only share uplifting materials with teens.
I can't help but remember when I was at the darkest point of my life. When I tried to kill myself as I couldn't deal with the abuse and holding these secrets anymore. I also think of how some books helped me during those times. How I wished Ellen Hopkins had been around. Her books are powerful and tug at the truth. A truth some adults want to hide.
I read this from that same article and cringe:
...Yet it is also possible—indeed, likely—that books focusing on pathologies help normalize them and, in the case of self-harm, may even spread their plausibility and likelihood to young people who might otherwise never have imagined such extreme measures...
Once again, some think if you don't talk about these issues, that maybe they'll go away. How can talking about them, normalize them? I don't get it. When my father was abusing me, that's all I heard. "Don't talk about it." "Just get over it" "You're strong" and even "God choose you to come to that family to help them".
No, these stories need to be told. There are others out there who live in shame, feel they are to blame, and even are bad girls or boys. These books are a life preserver to them.
There are other books out there for teens. If you don't want to read an edgier book that addresses sensitive topics, well, that's your choice. But don't take them away from others. These books are a light for those in a dark place.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702303657404576357622592697038.html?mod=e2tw
I read this article and had to roll my eyes. I grew up in a mostly religious home(well my mother anyway) and went to church every Sunday. In the meantime I was being abused by my father. I knew what he was doing was wrong and that something wasn't quite right with him. The one time I went and told a so-called friend, the next day she told me she had to get another friend as her father, who was in the bishopric of our church, told her, "No good girl says those disgusting things about her father."
I was the bad girl.
For years I thought I was to blame for the abuse. It was books that helped me. The Martin Luther King Library in South Sacramento, Ca was my savior during this dark time of my life. Books like THE OUTSIDERS and authors like Judy Blume also spoke to me.
Later, I was asked to share my story. I've written poetry dealing with my abuse. Others though have told me to just get over it. That it is my responsibility to only share uplifting materials with teens.
I can't help but remember when I was at the darkest point of my life. When I tried to kill myself as I couldn't deal with the abuse and holding these secrets anymore. I also think of how some books helped me during those times. How I wished Ellen Hopkins had been around. Her books are powerful and tug at the truth. A truth some adults want to hide.
I read this from that same article and cringe:
...Yet it is also possible—indeed, likely—that books focusing on pathologies help normalize them and, in the case of self-harm, may even spread their plausibility and likelihood to young people who might otherwise never have imagined such extreme measures...
Once again, some think if you don't talk about these issues, that maybe they'll go away. How can talking about them, normalize them? I don't get it. When my father was abusing me, that's all I heard. "Don't talk about it." "Just get over it" "You're strong" and even "God choose you to come to that family to help them".
No, these stories need to be told. There are others out there who live in shame, feel they are to blame, and even are bad girls or boys. These books are a life preserver to them.
There are other books out there for teens. If you don't want to read an edgier book that addresses sensitive topics, well, that's your choice. But don't take them away from others. These books are a light for those in a dark place.
June 3, 2011
Friday Five
1. SOLSTICE
Finished reading this amazing book!
Here's my YA Books Central review: http://yabookscentral.blogspot.com/2011/06/solstice.html
2. THE GATHERING
I have to admit this book kind of disappointed me. It does have an interesting premise: adopted girl finds out she's a shape shifter and that her isolated home holds a secret that affects all the teens there.
Review coming soon on YA Books Central
3. TEEN WOLF
Ok, admit it. You all know you're curious about this remake or really very loosely remake of the 80s teen flick. I'm going to watch it. And I found a clip with the first 8 minutes.
4. RETRO DEMONOLOGY
This novella is being offered on Nook. It's by the author of DEMON TRAPPER'S DAUGHTER. I really enjoyed that story from a former author of Virtual Tales. I've been a fan of Jana Oliver's since I read her e-serial.
5. Son's birthday
Today is son's tenth birthday. Holy cow. How time flies! I still remember being outside for a huge neighborhood baby shower when we got the phone call that Jackie, son's birthmother, went into labor. Now he's ten! And a tween! We are going to see Pirates and then go to his favorite diner--Rubys. Tomorrow we're having a Chuck e Cheese party with three of his friends.
**Guilty pleasure:
Not sure. Maybe I'll indulge in a chocolate cherry Coke fountain drink. Other that, got to be careful on what I eat. Ah, the joys of dieting.
Finished reading this amazing book!
Here's my YA Books Central review: http://yabookscentral.blogspot.com/2011/06/solstice.html
2. THE GATHERING
I have to admit this book kind of disappointed me. It does have an interesting premise: adopted girl finds out she's a shape shifter and that her isolated home holds a secret that affects all the teens there.
Review coming soon on YA Books Central
3. TEEN WOLF
Ok, admit it. You all know you're curious about this remake or really very loosely remake of the 80s teen flick. I'm going to watch it. And I found a clip with the first 8 minutes.
4. RETRO DEMONOLOGY
This novella is being offered on Nook. It's by the author of DEMON TRAPPER'S DAUGHTER. I really enjoyed that story from a former author of Virtual Tales. I've been a fan of Jana Oliver's since I read her e-serial.
5. Son's birthday
Today is son's tenth birthday. Holy cow. How time flies! I still remember being outside for a huge neighborhood baby shower when we got the phone call that Jackie, son's birthmother, went into labor. Now he's ten! And a tween! We are going to see Pirates and then go to his favorite diner--Rubys. Tomorrow we're having a Chuck e Cheese party with three of his friends.
**Guilty pleasure:
Not sure. Maybe I'll indulge in a chocolate cherry Coke fountain drink. Other that, got to be careful on what I eat. Ah, the joys of dieting.
June 2, 2011
June 1, 2011
Summer Reads
The first chapter of CROSSED OUT will be featured this month on Summer Reads.
http://www.voireylinger.com/index.php?p=1_12_Trailhead-Stories
Comment either here on my LJ blog, facebook, or Twitter and I'll send you some bookmarkers/tats.
http://www.voireylinger.com/index.php?p=1_12_Trailhead-Stories
Comment either here on my LJ blog, facebook, or Twitter and I'll send you some bookmarkers/tats.
May 27, 2011
Friday Five
Enjoyed some fun reads this week:
1. PRISONERS OF THE PALACE
If you love Victorian England, you'll love this book! My YA Books Central Review:
http://yabookscentral.blogspot.com/2011/05/prisoners-of-palace.html
2. PUTTING MAKEUP ON DEAD PEOPLE
This is not what you think. It's not a paranormal but rather a story about a girl who after the death of her father, decides she'd like to become a mortician. It's also a coming of age story. I really enjoyed it.
3. THE DAY BEFORE
I was able to download the free e-galley and once I started reading this story, I couldn't put it down. Story of a girl who has to go to her 'real' parents as due to a mistake at the hospital when she was born, she went to the wrong parents. They find out after the other parent's daughter gets cancer and they have the wrong blood type. I really love how Lisa has used free verse to show what the protagonist is going through on the day before she has to live with her 'real' parents and the boy she meets who has his own challenge.
4.
MERCY
This story kind of reminded me of one of my favorite books DEAD GIRL WALKING only this one is an angel who finds herself in different bodies of people who have serious issues. Interesting take on this premise. I seriously do recommend reading Linda Joy Singleton's series if you do like MERCY. Linda's book is fun and I totally love her characters.
5.
Yesterday my Muse-It-Up sister asked for volunteers for her radio show as at the last minute YA author Ginger Simpson got very ill. So I said I would love to show up. What followed was a lively discussion that goes over 1644 Inquistation, the inspiration behind Crossed Out, and even my sun conure screaming in the background.
Listen to internet radio with Red River Radio on Blog Talk Radio
**Guilty Pleasure:
I'm going to pick up one of my favorite ice tea drinks from Coffee and Tea Leaf place. Sweetly berries. Nom.
1. PRISONERS OF THE PALACE
If you love Victorian England, you'll love this book! My YA Books Central Review:
http://yabookscentral.blogspot.com/2011/05/prisoners-of-palace.html
2. PUTTING MAKEUP ON DEAD PEOPLE
This is not what you think. It's not a paranormal but rather a story about a girl who after the death of her father, decides she'd like to become a mortician. It's also a coming of age story. I really enjoyed it.
3. THE DAY BEFORE
I was able to download the free e-galley and once I started reading this story, I couldn't put it down. Story of a girl who has to go to her 'real' parents as due to a mistake at the hospital when she was born, she went to the wrong parents. They find out after the other parent's daughter gets cancer and they have the wrong blood type. I really love how Lisa has used free verse to show what the protagonist is going through on the day before she has to live with her 'real' parents and the boy she meets who has his own challenge.
4.
MERCY
This story kind of reminded me of one of my favorite books DEAD GIRL WALKING only this one is an angel who finds herself in different bodies of people who have serious issues. Interesting take on this premise. I seriously do recommend reading Linda Joy Singleton's series if you do like MERCY. Linda's book is fun and I totally love her characters.
5.
Yesterday my Muse-It-Up sister asked for volunteers for her radio show as at the last minute YA author Ginger Simpson got very ill. So I said I would love to show up. What followed was a lively discussion that goes over 1644 Inquistation, the inspiration behind Crossed Out, and even my sun conure screaming in the background.
Listen to internet radio with Red River Radio on Blog Talk Radio
**Guilty Pleasure:
I'm going to pick up one of my favorite ice tea drinks from Coffee and Tea Leaf place. Sweetly berries. Nom.
May 25, 2011
Coffee Time Romance Guest Blog
This was supposed to show up on Coffee Time Romance blog but I'm having problems putting it up. So I thought I'd just post here for now.
OMFG, CAN THEY SAY THAT IN YA?
Just the other week I got an email from someone who got very upset about a YA book that had some profanity in it. She went on to state, "Profanity of any kind has no purpose in any type of children's book."
She went on to say, "I never used bad language and neither have any of my children or their friends. Profanity doesn't need to be there."
Well, since I'm both an author and reviewer of YA novels, I had to ask her what exactly did she mean. Apparently, to her and some others, no YA book should have foul language as it doesn't serve a purpose.
Apparently she hasn't seen some recent YA TV shows like this one very controversial poster for the CW show GOSSIP GIRL:
My opinion?
Well, let's just say I disagree. I think it depends on the book and character. For example with Ellen Hopkin's books, which are edgy and deal with some very sensitive subjects such as abuse, there are some swear words but it feels real and not forced. **I love Hopkin's books as she does a fab job of showing real characters going through hard and difficult things in their lives. My favorite book had to be BURNED, a story of a LDS girl who's abused. The book spoke to me and I felt as if she understood what I'd lived through as a teen.
I know personally I hate it when I feel a book 'sugar-coats' an issue and/or has a character speak in such a way that comes off as unbelievable and fake. Most teens I know have a BS radar that can pick up this up too.
I write edgy stories too. In my one book EARRINGS OF IXTUMEA there was one scene I knew I had to write. I was sobbing by the time I finished it. Yes, it was raw, gritty and had some language that according to that one person should have no place in the storyline. But I knew it had to be there as it showed the reason Lupe's mother turned out the way she did. So I kept it.
I do think you shouldn't just drop the f-bomb all the time just for shock value either. I know I hate that when I feel I've been manipulated.
But that's just me.
Agent Jennifer Laughran of Andrea Brown Literary Agency posted something similar on her blog that addresses this issue too:
http://literaticat.blogspot.com/2011/04/wtf-is-up-with-cursing-in-ya.html
I love how she addresses using a sexual term in a YA book:
…Does that mean YOU have to use it? No. Does it mean YOU have to allow your daughter to read books that contain it? No. But will it be fine to publish for high school students? For sure. Provided of course that it is right for the character, that it makes sense in context and you aren't just randomly throwing words around…
I totally agree with Jenn's comment. Just because you don't agree with a YA book having profanity in it, that doesn't mean you have to buy or read it. Also I feel it is the job of the parent to be informed on what exactly is out there.
So what are your opinions on profanity in YA?
OMFG, CAN THEY SAY THAT IN YA?
Just the other week I got an email from someone who got very upset about a YA book that had some profanity in it. She went on to state, "Profanity of any kind has no purpose in any type of children's book."
She went on to say, "I never used bad language and neither have any of my children or their friends. Profanity doesn't need to be there."
Well, since I'm both an author and reviewer of YA novels, I had to ask her what exactly did she mean. Apparently, to her and some others, no YA book should have foul language as it doesn't serve a purpose.
Apparently she hasn't seen some recent YA TV shows like this one very controversial poster for the CW show GOSSIP GIRL:
My opinion?
Well, let's just say I disagree. I think it depends on the book and character. For example with Ellen Hopkin's books, which are edgy and deal with some very sensitive subjects such as abuse, there are some swear words but it feels real and not forced. **I love Hopkin's books as she does a fab job of showing real characters going through hard and difficult things in their lives. My favorite book had to be BURNED, a story of a LDS girl who's abused. The book spoke to me and I felt as if she understood what I'd lived through as a teen.
I know personally I hate it when I feel a book 'sugar-coats' an issue and/or has a character speak in such a way that comes off as unbelievable and fake. Most teens I know have a BS radar that can pick up this up too.
I write edgy stories too. In my one book EARRINGS OF IXTUMEA there was one scene I knew I had to write. I was sobbing by the time I finished it. Yes, it was raw, gritty and had some language that according to that one person should have no place in the storyline. But I knew it had to be there as it showed the reason Lupe's mother turned out the way she did. So I kept it.
I do think you shouldn't just drop the f-bomb all the time just for shock value either. I know I hate that when I feel I've been manipulated.
But that's just me.
Agent Jennifer Laughran of Andrea Brown Literary Agency posted something similar on her blog that addresses this issue too:
http://literaticat.blogspot.com/2011/04/wtf-is-up-with-cursing-in-ya.html
I love how she addresses using a sexual term in a YA book:
…Does that mean YOU have to use it? No. Does it mean YOU have to allow your daughter to read books that contain it? No. But will it be fine to publish for high school students? For sure. Provided of course that it is right for the character, that it makes sense in context and you aren't just randomly throwing words around…
I totally agree with Jenn's comment. Just because you don't agree with a YA book having profanity in it, that doesn't mean you have to buy or read it. Also I feel it is the job of the parent to be informed on what exactly is out there.
So what are your opinions on profanity in YA?
May 19, 2011
Friday Five
1. GRAVEMINDER
I couldn't resist after I read Melissa Marr's Twitters on this latest book of hers. It has a small town with a secret that involves the cemetery.
2. THE GATHERING
Just got this one yesterday. I had some friends over who saw the package by my doorstep and said, "Hey, Kim, you got another book!"
I've been waiting to read this one!
3. GLEE
Ok, I was really worried about this series but the last couple episodes have been stellar. This week's was no different. If you haven't seen it yet, have some tissue. It's a real tear jerker.
http://www.fox.com/glee/videos/947745658001/behind-the-glee-funeral?sortby=date
4. Starbucks Passion Ice tea
Nom. That's all I'll say. I end up adding 2-4 pumps of raspberry flavoring. It's caffeine free and very yummy.
5. Prisoners in the Palace
Got this book yesterday right after I got a stupid traffic ticket. I was really fuming over the dumb ticket. (I swear I stopped at the intersection but police officer said I didn't stop long enough but rather just slowed down). Then I come home and find this book in my mailbox.
It's a historical romance/mystery set in the early 1800s with seventeen year old Elizabeth who ends up becoming the maid to Princess Victoria. Ooh, love the time period and love royals! This read helped make an otherwise sucky day feel a little better. Thanks Chronicle books!
**Guilty pleasure
I love Heidi Kling's comments on Vampire Diaries. **She's a fab author too! Anyway, I got to share her own observations on the season finale.
http://www.smartpopbooks.com/4730
I couldn't resist after I read Melissa Marr's Twitters on this latest book of hers. It has a small town with a secret that involves the cemetery.
2. THE GATHERING
Just got this one yesterday. I had some friends over who saw the package by my doorstep and said, "Hey, Kim, you got another book!"
I've been waiting to read this one!
3. GLEE
Ok, I was really worried about this series but the last couple episodes have been stellar. This week's was no different. If you haven't seen it yet, have some tissue. It's a real tear jerker.
http://www.fox.com/glee/videos/947745658001/behind-the-glee-funeral?sortby=date
4. Starbucks Passion Ice tea
Nom. That's all I'll say. I end up adding 2-4 pumps of raspberry flavoring. It's caffeine free and very yummy.
5. Prisoners in the Palace
Got this book yesterday right after I got a stupid traffic ticket. I was really fuming over the dumb ticket. (I swear I stopped at the intersection but police officer said I didn't stop long enough but rather just slowed down). Then I come home and find this book in my mailbox.
It's a historical romance/mystery set in the early 1800s with seventeen year old Elizabeth who ends up becoming the maid to Princess Victoria. Ooh, love the time period and love royals! This read helped make an otherwise sucky day feel a little better. Thanks Chronicle books!
**Guilty pleasure
I love Heidi Kling's comments on Vampire Diaries. **She's a fab author too! Anyway, I got to share her own observations on the season finale.
http://www.smartpopbooks.com/4730
May 17, 2011
The Weaver by Kai Strand
Today I'm hosting MG author Kai Strand on her virtual book tour.
Here's a little info on Kai:
Kai Strand is a children's author of middle grade and young adult novels. She was born and raised in the mid-west, where she inherited a wholesome outlook on life. She lived in California long enough to become a (very lucky) wife and the mother of four amazing kids. They now live in Central Oregon where the most common sound in her household is laughter. The second most common is, "Do your dishes!"
Obviously, Kai likes to write. The Weaver is Kai's debut book. She reads a lot as well and calls it research. Kai loves to garden, and is trying out a greenhouse for the first time this year. She loves to sing. You might find her singing in Latin while browsing at Target. Most of the time she isn't aware she's singing aloud. She and her family love to hike and geocache. Kai walks 45 miles a month for exercise.
You can visit Kai online at www.kaistrand.com or at her blog, Strands of Thought, www.kaistrand.blogspot.com
The synopsis of THE WEAVER:
In a town of word weavers, Mary suffers through her third year of Novice Word Weaving. Mary thinks her troubles are over when she meets a gnome-elf who grants her a wish. But instead of weaving a better story, she's weaving strange yarn charms to accompany her still pathetic tales.
My take of this story:
Also posted at YA Books Central: http://www.yabookscentral.com/cfusion/index.cfm?fuseAction=books.review&review_id=22986
Cute Tale
a review by Kim Bacciella
Mary Wordsmith feels she'll always live under the shadow of her talented word weaver mother Abigail. This is her third year in Novice Word Weaving and she still can't get her stories right. One day on the way to get some milk she meets a gnome-elf who asks her if she'd like to exchange some of her milk for a wish. Mary wishes that she can weave a story as beautiful as any of her mother's tales. What happens next puts a whole new meaning on be careful what you wish for.
This is a cute and engaging tale of a young girl who longs to be as talented as her gifted mother at telling stories. But no matter how hard she tries, she just can't seem to get her own stories right. The author does a great job showing us Mary and the conflict and struggles she has trying to fit in her community. The gnome was hilarious. He's not too greedy but is very much like a child at taking things at literal meaning. Other little things seem to pop up wherever Mary tells a story. At first Mary is angry but later these little tokens help her figure out her own special talent. This story is a fast read and my own nine year old enjoyed reading about the little 'surprises' the gnome's gift leaves behind with each of Mary's tales.
The only concern I had was the cover which I felt didn't really do justice to this very entertaining tale that is sure to appeal to it's audience. The story though is a fun read that I'm sure will be read time and time again.
Here's a little info on Kai:
Kai Strand is a children's author of middle grade and young adult novels. She was born and raised in the mid-west, where she inherited a wholesome outlook on life. She lived in California long enough to become a (very lucky) wife and the mother of four amazing kids. They now live in Central Oregon where the most common sound in her household is laughter. The second most common is, "Do your dishes!"
Obviously, Kai likes to write. The Weaver is Kai's debut book. She reads a lot as well and calls it research. Kai loves to garden, and is trying out a greenhouse for the first time this year. She loves to sing. You might find her singing in Latin while browsing at Target. Most of the time she isn't aware she's singing aloud. She and her family love to hike and geocache. Kai walks 45 miles a month for exercise.
You can visit Kai online at www.kaistrand.com or at her blog, Strands of Thought, www.kaistrand.blogspot.com
The synopsis of THE WEAVER:
In a town of word weavers, Mary suffers through her third year of Novice Word Weaving. Mary thinks her troubles are over when she meets a gnome-elf who grants her a wish. But instead of weaving a better story, she's weaving strange yarn charms to accompany her still pathetic tales.
My take of this story:
Also posted at YA Books Central: http://www.yabookscentral.com/cfusion/index.cfm?fuseAction=books.review&review_id=22986
Cute Tale
a review by Kim Bacciella
Mary Wordsmith feels she'll always live under the shadow of her talented word weaver mother Abigail. This is her third year in Novice Word Weaving and she still can't get her stories right. One day on the way to get some milk she meets a gnome-elf who asks her if she'd like to exchange some of her milk for a wish. Mary wishes that she can weave a story as beautiful as any of her mother's tales. What happens next puts a whole new meaning on be careful what you wish for.
This is a cute and engaging tale of a young girl who longs to be as talented as her gifted mother at telling stories. But no matter how hard she tries, she just can't seem to get her own stories right. The author does a great job showing us Mary and the conflict and struggles she has trying to fit in her community. The gnome was hilarious. He's not too greedy but is very much like a child at taking things at literal meaning. Other little things seem to pop up wherever Mary tells a story. At first Mary is angry but later these little tokens help her figure out her own special talent. This story is a fast read and my own nine year old enjoyed reading about the little 'surprises' the gnome's gift leaves behind with each of Mary's tales.
The only concern I had was the cover which I felt didn't really do justice to this very entertaining tale that is sure to appeal to it's audience. The story though is a fun read that I'm sure will be read time and time again.
May 16, 2011
Yes, Vampire Diaries
I have a confession. I enjoy watching VAMPIRE DIARIES. Ok, I'll tell the real truth: I LOVE this CW show. Yes, my husband says it's just a teen age vampire soap opera. But who cares? It's really good!
Research, ok? No, seriously at first I thought this TV series was going to be a rip off of TWILIGHT and almost didn't watch. But once I did, I was hooked big time.
First off, I'm a huge fan of paranormals set during and after the Civil War. This series is based on the vampire YA books by L.J. Smith.
The books have the brothers living in Italy during the Renassiance where they met Katherine. The show has them in Mystic Falls in 1864. I admit, I'm loving the TV series a tad bit more. Yes, I did read the books and reviewed them.
Ok, now back to the TV show. What's not to love?
Yes, Damon is a pathological killer but this season he's been showing some vulnerabilities that make him so hot. He can bite me any time!
Stefan isn't as innocent as he seems either. When a huge revelation, that he turned Damon into a vampire, was revealed it made him more likeable.
Of course they both love Elena:
**SPOILER ALERT: Now this next part is filled with spoilers on the last episode. If you haven't seen it yet, then you've been warned!
Ok, what's with the whole Jeremy seeing dead girls now? Is this going to go the whole Sixth sense way or is it a descent to madness? Will Jenna come back from the dead too? I can't help but think Jeremy's dead girlfriends, both vampires, albeit dead ones, will put a kink in his bubbling relationship with Bonnie.
Emily did warn Bonnie there would be consequences to her attempt to bring Jeremy back to life. I just don't think she realized how bad it would be. Note to Bonnie: Don't piss off the dead.
Caroline.
I like Caroline as a vampire. She's not so much a frenemy but stronger and more likeable. Now that Matt can't deal with the 'truth', will Tyler step into the picture? I kind of hope so. So what if he's a werewolf and they're mortal enemies? Doesn't love conquer all? Plus now that Damon knows the secret to the cure of a werewolf bite(Elijah's blood) maybe there's so hope here after all.
The whole Klaus and Elijah thing. Come on, Klaus, I can't believe you actually believed your brother when he said he'd take you to the rest of your family. Well, he did kind of tell you the truth in a grisly way.
And poor Stefan. Didn't you kind of know after seeing Elijah kill his own brother that his plan for you wouldn't be that sunny? At first you might think that Stefan was selflish by his act in order to 'save' Damon's life but I don't know. I'm thinking that ripper monster has always been there just waiting for the right moment to come back. At least with Damon you know what he was.
And now that Stefan has taken off, will Elena finally get together with Damon? Personally I think these two have more chemistry. In the last VAMPIRE DIARIES novel something similar kind of happened when Stefan is stuck in Demon Hell and both Elena and Damon go on a cross country trip to release him. The chemistry was sizzling hot between those two and kind of frizzed after they found Stefan.
But that's just me.
Any thoughts?
Also if you love the TV series as much as me, you have to check out these books:
These books follow the brothers and Katherine where the TV show leaves off. A real guilty read.
I can't believe they ended it the way they did. Do we really have to wait till September for season 3?
So unfair! For now I guess I'll have to watch my DVD set of season one. Can't wait for season two now!
Research, ok? No, seriously at first I thought this TV series was going to be a rip off of TWILIGHT and almost didn't watch. But once I did, I was hooked big time.
First off, I'm a huge fan of paranormals set during and after the Civil War. This series is based on the vampire YA books by L.J. Smith.
The books have the brothers living in Italy during the Renassiance where they met Katherine. The show has them in Mystic Falls in 1864. I admit, I'm loving the TV series a tad bit more. Yes, I did read the books and reviewed them.
Ok, now back to the TV show. What's not to love?
Yes, Damon is a pathological killer but this season he's been showing some vulnerabilities that make him so hot. He can bite me any time!
Stefan isn't as innocent as he seems either. When a huge revelation, that he turned Damon into a vampire, was revealed it made him more likeable.
Of course they both love Elena:
**SPOILER ALERT: Now this next part is filled with spoilers on the last episode. If you haven't seen it yet, then you've been warned!
Ok, what's with the whole Jeremy seeing dead girls now? Is this going to go the whole Sixth sense way or is it a descent to madness? Will Jenna come back from the dead too? I can't help but think Jeremy's dead girlfriends, both vampires, albeit dead ones, will put a kink in his bubbling relationship with Bonnie.
Emily did warn Bonnie there would be consequences to her attempt to bring Jeremy back to life. I just don't think she realized how bad it would be. Note to Bonnie: Don't piss off the dead.
Caroline.
I like Caroline as a vampire. She's not so much a frenemy but stronger and more likeable. Now that Matt can't deal with the 'truth', will Tyler step into the picture? I kind of hope so. So what if he's a werewolf and they're mortal enemies? Doesn't love conquer all? Plus now that Damon knows the secret to the cure of a werewolf bite(Elijah's blood) maybe there's so hope here after all.
The whole Klaus and Elijah thing. Come on, Klaus, I can't believe you actually believed your brother when he said he'd take you to the rest of your family. Well, he did kind of tell you the truth in a grisly way.
And poor Stefan. Didn't you kind of know after seeing Elijah kill his own brother that his plan for you wouldn't be that sunny? At first you might think that Stefan was selflish by his act in order to 'save' Damon's life but I don't know. I'm thinking that ripper monster has always been there just waiting for the right moment to come back. At least with Damon you know what he was.
And now that Stefan has taken off, will Elena finally get together with Damon? Personally I think these two have more chemistry. In the last VAMPIRE DIARIES novel something similar kind of happened when Stefan is stuck in Demon Hell and both Elena and Damon go on a cross country trip to release him. The chemistry was sizzling hot between those two and kind of frizzed after they found Stefan.
But that's just me.
Any thoughts?
Also if you love the TV series as much as me, you have to check out these books:
These books follow the brothers and Katherine where the TV show leaves off. A real guilty read.
I can't believe they ended it the way they did. Do we really have to wait till September for season 3?
So unfair! For now I guess I'll have to watch my DVD set of season one. Can't wait for season two now!
May 15, 2011
kbaccellia @ 2011-05-14T22:33:00
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