Leslie Ann’s Comments (group member since Mar 24, 2016)

Leslie Ann’s comments from the Nothing But Reading Challenges group.

Day 2

5. Luzia’s refranes combine elements from diverse cultural traditions, creating a powerful form of magic tied to her Jewish heritage. Does the portrayal of Luzia’s magic suggest that blending different cultural traditions enhances personal power and resistance, or does it emphasize the delicate balance and possible loss of identity in such a blend?

I think rather than blending it is combining both cultures. Not losing either but using the best of both.

6. Characters like Valentina and Hualit demonstrate varying levels of ambition and moral compromise on their paths to security and success. Is pursuit of personal safety and financial security a justifiable reason for ethical compromises, or should ambition be tempered with moral integrity?

You can’t force moral integrity on people, besides everyone has an different idea on exactly what moral is.

7. Have you done other reading set in late-16th-century Spain? If not, are you having any problems following the political intrigues and social mores? What’s your favorite time period to read for historical fiction?

No I have not. I seemed to be drawn to WWII, there seems to be many good books out there for this time period. I also like reading about the dust bowl , one of my favorite books is Grapes of Wrath.

8. What do you make of Santángel? At one point we get the line, “And Santángel would be free.” Free from what, do you think?

I have not idea..

Nosy bonus question. Are you reading this book for historical fiction, for fantasy, for romance, and/or for DQ points for your BG team?
for points

Just for points

DAY 1: Chapters 1-12

1. Although Valentia feels shame in her actions to confront Luzia and her magic she still threatens her to use it at her dinner party. What were your thoughts and do you feel bad for Valentia and her desperation?
I do feel bad for Valentia but I don’t like how she uses Luisa


2. Valentia did not want Luzia to leave the house and gave her extra chores. Why do you think Valentia did not want Luzia to leave the house?

If Luzia left she wouldn’t have her tool to be wanted in society.

3. How did using music and song to make Luzia magic work make you feel or think of.

I have read a book a while ago that used this technique, I can’t remember the book though. It is not a new method to conjure magic.


4. Don Victor (De Paredes) shows up at Casa Ordobos to make sure Luzia has a room with and even hints at having her join him if not. Why do you think having Luzia in her own room benefits either of them?

Maybe it is payment for her magic, I am not sure perhaps there is something we don’t know.

Melissa wrote: "If any of this is already done please let me know!

@Leslie - did you post your DQs answers for The Familiar? We have until Aug 2nd. Please add What Angels Fear to your shelf.

@Trinia - did you po..."

I have had a crazy busy summer so I haven’t done them. I will try and do them before Aug.

Finished my battle book..

The Silence of the Lambs way better than the movie

I had to buy BoyFriend Material too… : )

Nick wrote: "Hi all,

sorry I was sort of away this weekend into yesterday so I haven't been really on GR. I am available to take a book in this coming battle too :D"
Oh my 12!

Trisha wrote: "Nick wrote: "Leslie Ann wrote: "How many times do you buy a book you already read? I do this one all the time….lol"

I own 12 different copies of Boyfriend Material and I'm only sli..."

I am so guilty of this. I should try to make shelves like yours….

How many times do you buy a book you already read? I do this one all the time….lol

Sure, I can read it

My book has ack at the end ?

You can use or ignore articles at the start of the title

So we can use

The Noir Mystery MEGAPACK ™: 25 Modern and Classic Mysteries

Just found
The Noir Mystery MEGAPACK ™: 25 Modern and Classic Mysteries
Only 99 cents on kindle

I found The Noir Style but I am not paying 16 dollars , not on kindle or libby

I can get Noir on Libby so I can read that

What do you guys think

Leslie Ann wrote: "Moy would be very tough for the other team.

Does anyone have another book ? I don’t want to be that mean…"

Maybe I should of been that mean… lol

I am finding nothing with oir and nothing with noir

Moy would be very tough for the other team.

Does anyone have another book ? I don’t want to be that mean…

Christina T wrote: "Melissa wrote: "That's alright. Next time if you have them on your shelf I can add them. I always double check everyone's shelves at the end of the round. The timing is just tough for me as the rou..."

I have the same problem, keeping all the deadlines straight…

Melissa wrote: "That's alright. Next time if you have them on your shelf I can add them. I always double check everyone's shelves at the end of the round. The timing is just tough for me as the round ends at 5am m..."

I am surprised we don’t have more time , it is 2am for me.