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

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

PART 1
I haven’t read this book in a very long time. I never reread books, it is just something I don’t do. I am doing so purely for points. : )
After reading part things I discovered:
I really like Katniss , she brave and she seems very human. She worries about things I would worry about in the same situation. I don’t remember liking Cinna , but I adore him…
As far as Peeta is concerned I am not sure how to take him.
Haymatch… of I currently think he is useless. ( if I remember right that does change)
I think this may have been one of my first YA’s except for HP. I did rate this only 3 stars. It will be interesting to see if this rating changes.

Day 3: Chapters 19-27

11. The fantasy genre is known for its world building. How do you feel about the world building in this book? How does it compare to other fantasy novels you’ve read?

I thought the world building was weak and this may be why I was confused.

12. In this section we meet Cade’s former teacher Hazidan. What do you think of her character? Did you ever have a favorite teacher and were they similar to Hazidan in any way?

I like her technique of having Cade figure things out instead of just telling him. I had many teachers use this technique.

13. Chapter 25: Friends in Low Places had a pretty big reveal about the Celestials plans and how they’ve been herding Cade this whole time. How did you feel about this twist?

It was a surprising switch.

14. At this point I think we have the whole team together: Is one of them your favorite?

I actually like Corrigan

Bonus for audiobook listeners: How are you liking the audiobook? Would you recommend it?
The narrator is very good and helped me get through the book. No I can’t recommend this book in any format.

Day 2 DQs
Ch 9 to 18

6.) Did Galass turning into a blood mage and Fidick being the cause of Lucian's death (I assume that's what the black cloud that left the tent did) surprise you? Or were you expecting their bit in the story to be over and just a footnote about Cade's character?

I was surprised by Fidick’s role

Galass - I am a bit confused on how she became a blood mage.
I confess that I am sooo confused on to who all the characters are and what the heck is going on. I will plod on…

7.) We learn about more magic types and there's pretty much any type of magic you can dream up. What type of magic you like to have or what animal would you like an affinity with?

Hmm, I think I would like the ability to move locations with a spell. As far as animal I love bobcats!

8.) Is anyone else's favorite character Mr. Bones? Just me? mkay.

I think he is quite cute

9.) At this point I think it's clear Cade is a fallen Glorian of some sort, likely a Justicar. Do others agree with my guess here or do you have other thoughts?
Yes, I think you are correct

10.) Assuming my guess in Q9 is right, why do you think Cade got the heave ho from the Glorians?
He probably couldn’t agree with their methods.

Melissa wrote: "
Okay - trying to summarize this in one go. Sorry my brain gets all over the place when new information comes out.

With the first surprise of the game being Supply Drops more information is given ..."

Thanks Melissa . I am getting less confused.

My thoughts are to focus on Defense, Weapons, Shelter, and Food in that order. Does anyone agree, have a different opinion?

I agree…

Does anyone have an opinion on what we should ask District 6 for as far as books?
Maybe one of each?

Stacey wrote: "Can I ask what the goal is? Will we be competing against other teams at some point? Are there going to be challenges or something that will deplete our stocks? Are we just trying to have the most o..."

I played this in a previous year and if I remember right we do battle other teams. I don’t remember exactly though. I will reread the rules and see if I can figure it out. Melissa or Louise do you know?

Melissa wrote: "Anyone have strategy ideas? Should we stock up on defense or offense? Do we want to go hungry but be sheltered?

Or try to balance out all 4 options?"

We can go light on food, it’s okay to be skinny.. lol . We need weapons and defense? Any other ideas???

Day 1: Chapters 1-8 (pages 1-71)

1. The book has the MPG Dark Fantasy. Do you like this genre in general? If so, do you have any favourite authors or books?

I haven’t read much in the Dark fantasy genre, really don’t have any favorites.

Picture a wizard. Go ahead, close your eyes. There he is, see? Skinny old guy with a long straggly beard. No doubt he's wearing iridescent silk robes that couldn't protect his frail body from a light breeze. The hat's a must, too, right? Big, floppy thing, covered in esoteric symbols that would instantly show every other mage where this one gets his magic?

2. The book starts with the quote above. Is this your mental image of a wizard, too? Or something different? :)

Spot on… Gandalf from Lord of the Rings

3. And the author lands us in the middle of a siege (ideal for the Book Games, right? ;) with 2 of the main characters Cade Ombra and Corrigan Blight. Cade is narrating what is happening and offering us his views on good and evil, the part they are playing and how they "win" this particular siege.
Do you think it's a strong start to the book? Has it got you intrigued?

Very strong and yes I am intrigued

4. As an extra incentive & entertainment, the Ascendant Lucien offers young girls and boys (sublimes) to the wanderists after the siege. We get introduced to Fiddick and Galass and learn that Cade decided to kill Lucien. We can actually start putting some pieces of Cade's character together. What do you think about him at this point?

There were so many characters I was a bit confused on who did the killing. I thought Corrigan was killed at first. I really don’t have an opinion … to early

5. Some demonic highlights to this introductory part: Tenebris the demon, with whom Cade as an "infernalist" mage trades with to get his spells.
What were your impressions of Tenebris? How do you find the "religious/magical" system of the Infernals and the Celestines?

I like Tenebris so far . I am not quite sure of the magical system. I admit I might have to reread the this section again. I am a bit confused.

Trinia wrote: "Hey all, unfortunately have 2 books in progress. But might just drop them to start something new while traveling. Got my son’s graduation this weekend , so not much reading time this week 😔 hopeful..."
I can’t believe they are graduating… I thought they were maybe sophomores!! Wow time flies….. Congratualtion to you and your hubby (no more college expense 😀) and your boys!!

I will finish my current book and then start The Malevolent Seven

I also have The Way of Kings on my tbr…. I might have to read it

@Krisrtina my grandson will be two this month! He is such a cutie. I just love when he sees me he goes.. NANA and runs to me for a big hug… melts my heart .

@Sunny agree just read and have fun….

So happy everyone is checked in !!!!!

I am back from my trip… whew 13 hours on a plane!!
@maria Helena - i really don’t like rereading books . I hate knowing what comes next. I am going to try to reread the Hunger games series

@Louise —- pirates that sounds fun, hope your boyfriend heals quickly… ouch

@ Stacey… I forgot about the Throne of Glass series… I need to continue on with it. I think I am on 5 or 6

@JL … I love the Mercy Thompson series, I need to catch up so I can read the new one

@ Nick I need to reaquaint myself with the Mistborn series, I am on book three

LOL…. There seems to be a pattern here. I start a series but never finish…. Thanks guys for reminding me of these series…

Looking forward to playing… Think I will start Hunger games first. I usually have 3 books going at the same time and switch back and forth and the whooosh all of sudden finish them.. Lol

Trinia wrote: "Leslie Ann wrote: "Hi everyone! I am currently on vacation in Amsterdam. I had a busy day today visiting the Van Gogh Museum. We had an excellent tour guide . He looked just like Van Gogh , red bea..."
Oh, that would of been fun. We have our final day today.

Hi everyone! I am currently on vacation in Amsterdam. I had a busy day today visiting the Van Gogh Museum. We had an excellent tour guide . He looked just like Van Gogh , red beard and all.

My shelf is : https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

I am from Colorado. I have 2 grown daughters and a Hubby. I also have two wonderful grandkids . I watch my grandkids 2 times a week. They are a joy.

The last 5 star book I read was The Women. I love reading Mysteries, Science Fiction , Horror and Historical Fiction, I usually don’t like romance but I have been known to read one for a challenge and like it.

I have watched and read the Hunger Game books, may have to watch them again.

My favorite food is avocado . When my husband and I go out to eat he can usually tell what I am ordering. If it has avocado in it… I am in.

I will be back to Colorado on Wednesday and I will try and catch up on all the messages then….

It is nice to see so many familiar faces! Looking forward to meeting the rest of you.

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Finished my last book, thought I could get a second one done but alas no luck. Heading to the Nutcracker with the family so … that’s all folks. It was fun playing with all of you. You all are fantastic readers!!!!

Finished the BOM and questions. Working on a couple more books, should be able to get them done.