Louise’s Comments (group member since Aug 29, 2015)

Louise’s comments from the Nothing But Reading Challenges group.

Melindam wrote: "‼️New/unclaimed Tasks for Mini 2‼️

✈️ Read a book where the first word of the text is "One"
✈️ Read a book where a character is superstitious or believes in some myth or entity
✈️ Read a book with..."

Unfortunately not

DQs Day 5
Chapters 24 to 29

18.) Now that we know the death of Lourdes was greatly exaggerated, do we think Inez's father is actually dead? Do you think he sent the ring to Inez to hide it from Ricardo or from Lourdes?
No I don’t think he’s dead my thoughts are that he sent it to Inez to hide it from Lourdes

19.) Any guesses as to why Whit doesn't want to go home and why his family might want him home so badly?
Something to do with who he is betrothed to, we may find out in the next book

20.) Anyone actually surprised that Lourdes is the actual family traitor?
Not really

21.) Do you like the additions of Inez's drawings in the text?
I listened on audio so cannot comment

22.) Thoughts on Cleopatra's real death . . . asp bite or poison?
I would like to think it was death by asp

Volunteering for back up Team Three Pagodas

Volunteering for backup Three Pagodas

Discussion Questions Day 3

10. As we reach the halfway point I am seeing more and more similarities to the Amelia Peabody series. Is anyone else finding this. Does this affect your impression of the book?

11. We have been introduced to a number of Characters is there anyone that particularly stands out?

12. We have been introduced to Isadora and her Father. Why do you think he doesn’t let her out of his sight?

13. Inez seems to be attuned to Cleopatra and sees some of her memories. If you could choose to see one memory of a historical figure whose memory would it be?

Discussion Questions Day 2
Part One, Chapter 6 - Part One, Chapter 12

6. In this part Inez spends some time with Mr. Hayes. What did you think of their afternoon in Cairo? Did you enjoy their banter?

It was interesting to say the least the descriptions of Cairo were in-depth and you could almost be there with them. Their banter was enjoyable and helped liven the story up a bit.

7. After sensing familiar magic from an old trinket, Inez buys it and later has a vision of Cleopatra. What do you think this vision means? Do you believe Cleopatra’s burial site can only be found with Inez’s help?

She seems to have a connection to it, past life maybe.

8. Every now and then, the point of view shifts briefly to Mr. Hayes. Do you enjoy these moments from his perspective, or would you prefer the story to stay entirely with Inez?

I don’t mind this type of storytelling and find the moments from Mr. Hayes POV refreshing

9. Inez finds a letter from her mother, in which she suspects that Tío Ricardo is involved in illegal activities. Does this letter, along with the boat conversation Inez overhears, make you suspicious of Tío Ricardo? Or do you think he’s not responsible for Inez’s parents’ murder?

He definitely has something to do with it,

Discussion Questions Day 1
Prologue - Part 1 Ch 5

1. The first line is “A letter changed my life.” Would you say this was a good start, cheesy start, or are you indifferent?
It’s a little bit cheesy but definitely a good starting point for the story to come.

2. Why do you think Tio Roberto wanted to immediately send Inez back to Egypt without even seeing her? Do you think he’s hiding something? Or do you think it’s just typical of men at that time to dismiss young women and enforce them being chaperoned and taken care of?
Not really sure, but his action is typical of the time, even though Inez is not a typical young woman of the time

3. The ring scene with Thomas Sterling was definitely outrageous; I felt Inez's outrage and all of her shock. Do you expect to see the ring later in the story? Any guesses to its significance?
It must belong to an important family line in Egypt, it will definitely show up again.

4. What do you think of the writing style and the pacing so far? Are you enjoying the lyrical, rich descriptions or do you prefer a more fast paced story?
I am enjoying the pace of this one it brings the story to life that you feel that you are travelling with Inez

5. In Ch. 5 we see politics at play, and we can tell this is just the beginning. How do you think this will affect your enjoyment of the book? Will it enhance the story for you or will you feel bogged down by the details
I read a lot of Historical fiction which is steeped in politics to a lesser or greater extent. Done properly it gives added depth and understanding to the story.

11. Read a book with a title that starts with one of the letters found in TRAVEL (Articles may not be used but can be ignored) My current audio works for this

Currently reading a book for Christo

Melindam wrote: "Default book edition, unless it's big print, then the one following.

For the BOMs, the Mods set a page count that everyone has to use, no matter their own editions.

Official page count for [book..."
Thought so Thank you

You’re welcome. Can you remind me with audiobooks, my primary reading format, which page count do I use?

Forgot to tick notifications for this thread 🤦‍♀️ All caught up with this thread. Not much of a planner other than week by week, with so many challenges I aim for a 1 size fits all approach which doesn’t always work. My first book of TT is going to be Last Breath and of course the BOM What the River Knows

Notifications ticked, I’m good with my day.

BOMs downloaded and ready to go

Volunteering for DQs from Team Three Pagodas

Hi All, lots of familiar faces here. I’m Louise from a very sunny South Wales with my Partner and 2 dogs. This is my 7th year playing TT I normally captain or co-captain but after a tumultuous start to the year, I lost my mum to dementia in February. I am taking a step back from those duties. My reading has taken a hit the last 12 months and I tend to read audiobooks whilst working.

My Shelf: TT2025

I will pretty much read anything but tend to stay clear of Space Opera books, really not a fan. I tend to lean towards thrillers, romance, paranormal and urban fiction and historical fiction.

🏯What are your favourite places in the world?
Anywhere close to water. It’s my happy place and where I go to destress


🏯 What are the places you would love to visit the most?
The cities of Europe - so much culture to see. Kenya - we are hoping to go for our 50th in 3 years time; Galapagos - I would love the opportunity to see these, unfortunately I don’t think it will happen.

🏯Preferred mode of travel?
Walking, the best way to see the sights.

🏯Desert Island question: if you were allowed to take the (all) books of only three authors with you, who would they be?
Difficult question as I have such a broad library of books both in physical and ebook/audio format:
Mystery/Thriller: James Patterson
Historical Fiction: Kristin Hannah
Romance: J.D Robb/Nora Roberts- a bit of a cheat one 😉

Its raining cats and dogs: 1-10 books
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April Log
2/4 - Easter Bunny Egg. Gain +3 HP
Pot of Gold ~ Gain +1 Gold
Puppy Fetch - Gain: +1 gold
Lady Louise: Lv/27; XP: 393
Lady Louise: Lvl 9, HP : 10/27; Sword: Level 8 AP 14 (10+3+1), Magic Staff: Level 10 , AP 16 (12+3+1) XP: 419

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E An Equal Opportunity Death 2/11
A Anissa Gray, The Care and Feeding of Ravenously Hungry Girls 2/14
R Sally Rooney Conversations with Friends 2/7
T The Party Crasher 2/6

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