MN Lisa’s Comments (group member since Jul 20, 2023)

MN Lisa’s comments from the Hooked on Books group.

🧩 Prompt #1: Love & Loss

Type: Mirror Prompt

What this means:
For a Mirror Prompt, you and your partner are working with the same theme — but you’ll each interpret it in opposite or contrasting ways.

For this one:
One of you will choose a book that celebrates love — a swoony romance, a cozy connection, or a feel-good story centered around relationships. The kind of book that makes your heart happy.

The other will choose a book rooted in loss — heartbreak, grief, breakups, or emotional endings. The kind that hits you right in the feelings.

📌 Once you’ve both finished reading, post your Story Stitch (your connection blurb) in the Check-In Thread to unlock your next prompt.

💡 Your books don’t have to match in genre or tone — just explore opposite sides of the same emotional coin. If you see a connection, it counts.

Let the emotional rollercoaster begin! ❤️💔

🧩 Prompt #: Puzzle / Chaos

Type: Wildcard Prompt

What this means:
This is a Wildcard Prompt, which means each of you will pick one side of the prompt — one partner chooses Puzzle, the other chooses Chaos.

Then, your partner gives you three book options that match your chosen side — and you pick one of those to read.

Optional Bonus: Once you're done, feel free to switch roles and repeat — but only if you want an extra round of fun!

For this one:
If you pick Puzzle, look for stories that are intricate, clever, or mentally engaging — think mysteries, mind-benders, dual timelines, or plots with twists that reward close reading.

If you pick Chaos, go for books that are emotionally wild, narratively messy, or vibe-heavy in the best way — think characters making bad choices, unpredictable events, or plots that spiral out deliciously.

📌 Once you've both finished reading, post your Story Stitch (your connection blurb) in the Check-In Thread to unlock your next prompt.

💡 Don’t overthink the picks — embrace the chaos, overanalyze the puzzle, or vice versa. If it feels like it fits your theme, it does.

Get ready to read sideways. 🧩🔥

🧩 Prompt #1: Light & Shadow

Type: Mirror Prompt

What this means:
For a Mirror Prompt, you and your partner are working with the same theme — but you’ll each interpret it in opposite or contrasting ways.

For this one:
One of you will choose a book that embodies light — stories of hope, healing, goodness, or radiant magic. Think guardian angels, uplifting quests, bright futures, or a character overcoming darkness.

The other will choose a book rooted in shadow — tales of darkness, despair, curses, demons, or morally gray choices. Think antiheroes, underworlds, or the seductive side of the dark.

📌 Once you’ve both finished reading, post your Story Stitch (your connection blurb) in the Check-In Thread to unlock your next prompt.

💡 Be creative with how you define “light” and “shadow.” It could be tone, character, setting, theme — or all of the above. If it fits for you, it fits for this.

Let the contrast begin! 🌞🌑

I hope you all enjoy this challenge!

I have messaged the teammates who have not checked in. Getting excited to give everyone their first prompt tomorrow (or after everyone in the team checks in).

I just couldn't get into this one. I've been in a bit of a slump and nothing was good. It's probably just me, so I'm out on this.

🔔 Teams Have Been Assigned!
The Narrative Nexus is officially underway! Your reading partner has been revealed, and your team thread is ready for action.

📍 Next Steps:

Head over to your team thread and say hi to your partner!

Feel free to choose a team name if you’d like — be clever, be chaotic, be punny. Totally optional but highly encouraged.

Once you're settled, keep an eye out for your first prompt — it’ll appear in your thread once you’ve checked in.

Questions? Confused? Just want to shout about how excited you are? Head over to the [Nexus Lounge] and join the conversation!

Let the story-stitching begin! 📚✨

Team
🦦 Amanda
🦦 Jackie

Team
🦦 Trisha
Victoria

Team
🦦 Claire
🦦 Kirsten

Team
Anastasia
Janine

Team
🦦 Christene
🦦 Michalina

Team
🦦 Paige
🦦 Teresa

Team
🦦 Jayme(theghostreader) - Msg 13
🦦 Michelle - Msg 16

Team:
🦦 Alaina - Msg 12
🦦 Kat - Msg 6

Team
🦦 Tianna - Msg 21
🦦 Leanne - Msg 22

We should see about a BR for the second book. :)

Here are the history books I thought looked good. If someone wants to help me place them I'd appreciate it. my Daughter is having an engagement party on Sunday so I've been prepping for that.

Mongrel by Lee Colgin
Men of the Cross by Charlene Newcomb
Manners & Mannerisms by Tanya Chris
Merrick by Claire Cray
The Missing Page by Cat Sebastian
The Magician's Angel by Jordan L. Hawk
A Marvellous Light by Freya Marske
Murder on the Champs-Élysées by Alex Mandon
Motel. Pool. by Kim Fielding
Merrywood Hall by James Ryder

Non-M Books I would also read (that I own. All so MF Romance - Go me!)
Highland Vow by Hannah Howell
Highland Bride by Hannah Howell
Highland Knight by Hannah Howell
Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
The Bride by Julie Garwood
The Secret by Julie Garwood
This Is All I Ask by Lynn Kurland
Say You Love Me

I've requested that one from the library.

I have a baby shower tonight so I'll do it when I get home. feel free to find others or tell me if my selections are bad. 🤪