Maritza’s Comments (group member since Jun 08, 2014)

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

DQ Day 3
Chapters 16-21


11. The fight with Raff's old band (who looked like clowns) that ended with snakes is one of the first times we see the almost full band working together. What did you think of this scene? Did you like the action or was it confusing?
--- A little confusing but they worked very well together.
12. So the hoarder kobolds - I thought they were great! And the bird-like creatures pulling the carriage. Do you have a favorite creature you've seen so far, or one you'd like to see? Tell why.
--- I would like to see tge band espevially Moog. He seems like such a character.
13. I think in the last half of this section we really start understanding what a big deal the Kings of Wyld really were. And we get to compare them to the Screaming Eagles. What do you think about the ethics and popularity of the new bands that kill captive monsters in arenas?
--- They are like a cheap theatric. Its like this day in age compared to yesteryear.
14. Lastleaf gave his (and the hordes') motivations for conquest. Do you think his reasons were valid, or is he just evil? Do you feel at all sorry for the monsters?
--- I always root for the underdog.
15. We all picked our favorite character in day 1 questions. Has yours changed since then?
--- Nope, still loving Moog.

DQ Day 2
Chapters 9 - 15

6. We meet the 3rd member of the band, the wizard Moog. What are your impressions of the wizard? Were you as surprised as Clay that he agreed to go right away?
--- I like Moog, he seems the sort to do anything for a friend. He is like an absentminded wizard but seems to get the job done in his own twisted way. I think the whole band will get together easily.

7. That was some entrance to the palace, don't you think? What were your first impressions of Matrick? Were you surprised by the turn of events in chapter 11? Excited or worried when Moog announces that he had a plan?
--- Matrick also seens to want some adventure in his life. He is like tge poor rich king and you feel sorry for him. His wife is no good and the kids lack their mother's love which Magrick gives them. I want to see everyting Moog has in store.

8. After several descriptions sprinkled thoughout the story thus far, we finally meet a druin. What do you think his plan is? Why does he really want the Council to stand down?
--- Not sure yet. Seems to want revenge.

9. Were you surprised at how Lillian arranged the funeral? What did you think of Clay's contribution? How successful would you rate Moog's plan?
--- She is not a kind woman and will meet her faith soon. Clay is fast on his feet and able the think and act very fast. I think all of Moog's plan will work but with a twist.

10. Gabriel borrows Moog's crystal ball to check on his daughter. Were you surprised at what he saw? What did you think of the band's reaction?
--- I hope Gabe finds a happy ending. I knew it would not be good but you know he wants to see the positive but gets bad news. The band is a goid bunch of men.

Happy Monday guys.

I’ll look to see what I have

DQs Day 1
Ch 1 to CH 8

1.) What do you think of the premise of the book, like an aging rock band getting back together to go on tour but an adventuring band instead? Is the author pulling it off so far?
--- Not sure but i'm assuming they are much older and nit as effective as when they were younger. This will be their last hurrah, hooe they all make it back.

2.) The rocks, may of hit me a bit in the feels. Did it affect your opinion of Gabe at all?
--- Yes, it helped to make him more likeable. Tully was right, he is not so bad.

3.) How do you like the world building, is it being done effectively for you without major info dumping? Is it helping to set the stage for the story?
--- It kind of reminds me of Game of Thrones. It's painting a picture for me.

4.) What did you think about the parade? Did anyone else enjoy Clay's reaction to the ladies being whistled at and be disappointed when the lady blew a kiss back instead of skewering the guy (like Clay expected to happen)?
--- It just feels like Clay is living in ths past and is not aware of how things work now. It was flashy and fits in to the time period being described.

5.) Do you have a favorite character so far?
--- I'm li,ing Gabe. He us rough with a hidden vulnerability.

Bonus: Taking a poll for a very important question. On the Tassel Farm: Centaur or Moose?
--- Centaur

Hi guys, Went to Church and was watching some tev. Woeking on BOM now.

Good Morning, thanks for clarifying ss for me.

Finished my first book. Will try to update ss.
I could not update Rainbow tracking. So added to main book tracking. Book fits RT04

Morning guys, I started reading the following for bright red.

Good Morning Guys,
I started BOM and - Does this fit any color? Teal?

Hi guys, I did a thing and now I have copies of both BOM. Remind me, I can read both and then answer questions later on for bonus points? Talking about Daughter of...

2023 Goal - Working on getting to 80% Feedback Sent

Start of Month
Books on shelf - 47 (161 Approved / 112 Feedback Sent)
Feedback Ratio - 70 %

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End of the Month -
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Books read in 2023 - 8
Books read in 2022 - 16
Books read in 2021 - 12
Books Added - 0
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Good Morning Guys. I have been looking over my books looking for colors for the towers. I usually just read what I want and try to read BOM fir additional points. I will probably be on lower page count books.

Hi Guys, I live in NYC. I love this challenge but don't think i've been on teams with anyone here. I will read pretty much anything for this challenge.
I used to read so much more but lately I don't find myself reading as much.
Here is my shelf link https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

I was able to get a copy of the BOM. It doesn't loom like sonething I would normally read. But i'll do it for the extra points. No worries that is my competetive side coming out.

Finished 6. WOW.

Finished one more. Will update stats later

2023 Goal - Working on getting to 80% Feedback Sent

Start of Month
Books on shelf - 50 (161 Approved / 110 Feedback Sent)
Feedback Ratio - 68 %

Approved 2022

Approved 2021

Approved 2020

Approved 2019

Approved 2018

Approved 2017

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End of the Month -
Reviews - https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...
https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...
Books read in 2023 - 8
Books read in 2022 - 16
Books read in 2021 - 12
Books Added - 0
Feedback Ratio - 70%

Hi guys. Guessing mammals and crustaceans / mermaids / underworld.

I added

I'm up to four read this month. I have discovered that reading on my phone isn't so bad.