F’s Comments (group member since Mar 26, 2022)

F’s comments from the The Tarot Sequence 2022 Readalong group.

3. I love the idea of multiple Tallas. Rune seems to think he can't have one and I'm int..."

I'm not sure if he thinks he can't have one, or if he's sure it isn't Addam. There seems to be some mysterious implication that he might already know who it is.

Jacklyn wrote: "I agree. If Rune is that upset that might be a clue to what happened to Rune that night. As eager as I am to read Book 3 there might be parts that will be tough. I plan to read it with the thought ..."

I'm surviving on the idea that Rune cannot be anything but triumphant in the end. That, and I hope I live long enough for it to be finished :)

Kathy wrote: "Ahh hello everyone, it's so lovely to meet you all! The main thing I'm getting from these intros is that you all have supremely more interesting lives than I do. No horde of pets for me to share, I..."

Can't wait to check out the renovated site. I would love to know if Josh's narration changed your inner vision of any of the characters. I was surprised how his interpretations gave some characters such a twist to my own imaginings.

Hannah wrote: "Rune's reaction to Cieran using mind control on Brand and mind control being a line for him makes me worry it played a role in what happened to Rune. I'm scared to get the full story of that night."

I have to believe this is a huge bread crumb in the trail. It was so visceral. The hints are tiny, but they're accumulating. And if we look at where it has led Rune, you know they have to bring us a heart-stopping reveal. Nervous, but anxious to know.

Sam wrote: "Hi there everyone!

My name is Sam, my pronouns are he/him, and I'm one of the folks helping run this readalong in anticipation for The Hourglass Throne!

I first heard about The Tarot Sequence fr..."

You're going to be an amazing librarian. Public or private research? I know schools don't pay much, but what an asset you'd be.

Siavahda wrote: "Hannah wrote: "Lord Tower used to be the spy master for Atlantis and is still incredibly powerful. I find it hard to believe he doesn't know who was responsible, or at least assume of those involve..."

Apparently, we are sharing a comment brain. What I find most uncomfortable is that Rune never speaks of it. Here is a man who, in exchange for some favors, took in Rune and Brand and continues to make sure there is food on the table even after the contract is closed. And yet, Rune seems to have never asked him what he knows. Is it because he fears the answer, already knows the answer, or is afraid to ask? I don't think I could be convinced it's because he hasn't thought to ask.

M wrote: "I’m listening to this on Audible this time around and I just want to take a second to appreciate Josh Hurley’s narration. He completely nails Rune’s “earnest sarcasm” vibe. I can just tell this is ..."

He is the ideal narrator. He nails the characters so perfectly that's it as if another actor has stepped onstage. What a talent!

Siavahda wrote: "Anyone else think this is not the last we're going to hear of the almost-AI Lord Tower wants so bad???"

As many times as I have read this, it never jumped out at me until now. Verrrry interesting, no?

The prologue impressed me. It reminds me of many great books where the narrator introduces themselves, tells you where you are and where you're going to go, and by the end of that short, efficient overview, you are champing at the bit to get the journey on its way. This one short passage was all it took to convince me to block out the weekend and devour it.

Siavahda wrote: "F wrote: "Siavahda wrote: "I love Rune.

Prologue: EPIC. MYTHIC. THE STUFF OF LEGEND.

Chapter One: *flicks shrimp tail into a potted plant and wipes his mouth on his tux sleeve*"

I adore his comp..."

Exactly! In this one little exchange, we know what we're intended to think of these partygoers. That is amazing writing, the epitome of 'show don't tell.' I cannot tell you how many times I went back and read this and thought, okay, every little thing in this book is there for a purpose. Advance carefully!

Siavahda wrote: "I mean, I massively underestimated his age, reading that first chapter. I guessed early twenties at the absolute most!"

Do you think that's exactly what we're meant to do? It's like maturing in Atlantean Years instead of Dog Years. Reversed, as it were.

Siavahda wrote: "I love Rune.

Prologue: EPIC. MYTHIC. THE STUFF OF LEGEND.

Chapter One: *flicks shrimp tail into a potted plant and wipes his mouth on his tux sleeve*"

I adore his complete disdain for the other attendees. By his estimation, they don't even deserve his best local diner manners. It sets the tone, tells us so much about someone we've only just met. Perfect, just perfect.

Katey (Kaje) wrote: "Hello all! I'm Katey (or Kaje). I'm excited for the readalong because sometimes I struggle to integrate myself into reading communities, plus I love author Q&As. I first heard about TTS through my ..."

What a sunny intro! Needed that with all this snow.

Meghan wrote: "Hello!
How thrilling! I've basically adopted Rune and Brand and I live with them now. I'd invited them to move in with me but there's no room, heh

Truly, truly love these characters, this universe..."

Rats! We had four--Frank, Sammy, Deano and Peter. I miss them.

Hello everyone! I'm so very excited to read along and hear everyone's ideas and questions. I was introduced to the books by a friend who told me "the characters are your kind of people. Don't let the fantasy part scare you." And it was perfectly true. Every new character was someone I wanted to know better, rather than just being support beams for the plot. I can't wait for the THT.

I'm originally from the east coast, went to school in NYC, and now reside in flyover country where I gave up teaching for healthcare. Love music of almost any genre and I guess I'm looking for a replacement for Spotify, so if anyone has suggestions, sing out!

My reading companion is a 15-year-old toothless rescue kitty named Trudy. I do a lot of rescue promo and support in my off-hours.

Looking forward to exploring everyone's perspective!