Geri’s Comments

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

Note: Geri is not currently a member of this group.

Claudia wrote: "The author lists the short stories on her website. A few are on there in pdf but the rest are not. http://seananmcguire.com/tobyshorts.php"

Thanks, Claudia and Devann for the info on the short stories and explaining the blood thing. Changing the blood was confusing for me too.

Devann wrote: "also apparently there's like a million Patreon-only stories about Tybalt between this book and the next one? I've read Forbid the Sea bc I found a download of it years ago but I might need to figur..."

I had no idea there were so many novellas between the full length novels. I am listening to the Audible audio and they don’t have any of the in between books. I will have to research which ones I might want to read. Hopefully, on Kindle.

LOL, ladies! I just came down from my Bradley Cooper high. And now it’s back! The man is too hot for words! Now, I have to see what movies I can stream with Cooper in them. I own Silver Linings Playbook already.

I finished today. So much blood sucking and eating, I could have been reading a vampire novel! LOL

So now we know who Quentin’s parents are. Toby was flabbergasted, I think. LOL

And Tybalt. Once again we almost lose him! I hope he has 10,000 lives since he is royalty.

And where oh where is the Luidaeg?? Hopefully, we find out more in the next book!

Did everyone like how the Queen’s story ended? Sometimes I don’t like the law that prohibits killings. Some of these faeries do some terrible things. Anyhow, I’ll be ready for the next book!

Cathy M. wrote: "Got sucked into it last night and got thru Chpt 13. I think I say this every time but damn so much is happening!!!!!

1st off - why would the goblin fruit thing be Toby's fault? Because she killed ..."

This WAS hard to put down! The whole goblin fruit thing did worry me. I know Toby can’t die, but I didn’t know how she could get over this addiction. Seanan kept me in suspense for sure!

Devann wrote: "ok i read chapters 1-9. so excited for this book, a lot of shit really goes down. in this first section mainly that [spoilers removed] but if i'm remembering right we have like 3 more big reveals a..."

Definitely want to find out what the other reveals will be!

Discussion Questions Day 1
Chapter 1-7

1. What do you think about the book so far? Are you finding the story interesting?

2.What do you think about Grey stealing power from girls with magic in order to supplement his own magic? Grey is thinking of telling Laurent. Do you think this is a good idea?

3. Do you think Harper will find out who killed her friend Rose and get revenge?

4. Any thoughts on what the “failure of magic” phenomenon could be?

5. What do you think about Sydney? Are you rooting for her to win the competition?

6. Have you read other books about magicians? If so, how does this book compare?

Finally, FINALLY, the Queen of the Mists will get what she deserves! LOL

I read the first 10 chapters today. Toby has come a long way. She’s part of a “scooby gang” now. Not a loner anymore!

That Queen really gets my blood boiling! I’m glad we are getting to know more about her. The book revealed that she is (view spoiler)[ not the rightful heir to the throne. And I was happy about that. (hide spoiler)] But I wonder if there is more to her (view spoiler)[ hatred of changelings. Because she is always after Toby and doesn’t care if goblin fruit kills changelings (hide spoiler)]

Also, it was creepy when Toby waited for the night haunts. (view spoiler)[ seeing Devin, Oleander and Connor again was freaky! LOL (hide spoiler)]

I’m enjoying this book too. Not sure what I will do when I catch up on the series. I’m used to reading a book every two weeks. Waiting a year will feel like an eternity!

Laura wrote: "Has anyone actually watched the movie? My daughter loves it; so I 've seen bits and pieces but never the whole thing. Going to try and watch before the challenge starts!"

I’m not sure what movie the picture is from. But I agree it is a great pic!

Laura wrote: "Sounds like everyone had a fun weekend!

Geri, what are you reading with your book club?"

We read The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley and next month it will be Little Fires Everywhere.

Brooke wrote: "Thanks Laura! Last weekend in Napa started the celebration. My actual bday (Friday) I spent curled up with a book on my couch enjoying a quiet night."

A weekend in Napa! What a great way to celebrate! Happy Birthday!

SandyL wrote: "How is everyone's weekend going? We had a bunch of rain (well, for southern CA) Friday night and this morning, so it was a good day to stay home and read. Tomorrow it's my nephew's birthday, so I g..."

I met up with the ladies in my book club today. That was nice. But the rest of the weekend will be mostly work. Husband and I need to reorganize the garage and move stuff around in the house too. Fun times! But it needs to be done. You’ll definitely be having more fun than me tomorrow.

Laura wrote: ".Geri, Saw the Nora Roberts book you are waiting to read. I read her alter ego as J D Robb. Love them. I used to read Roberts years ago and just recently read this one.
Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts. Quite enjoyed it.

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I will be picking up a J.D. Robb book soon. Chronicles of The One isn’t the usual Nora Roberts. It’s a post apocalyptic story. Very interesting.

SandyL wrote: "I've signed up for DQ's for the November BOM ."

I usually volunteer for DQs. But Crazy Rich Asians has a crazy long waitlist at my library. And I already read the November young adult pick.

I’m definitely ready to get this party/challenge started!

Did anyone finish their yearly reading challenge?

I don’t make an official commitment to read a certain number of books. But every year the number goes up. Like a few have mentioned, challenges really do pump up the numbers!

~Favorite books of 2018 so far?

I’ve had a good year so quite a few 5 stars to choose from. I really liked
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~Favorite hobby? ( besides reading)

Cooking, road trips, movies

~What book are you waiting impatiently to be released to read?

Like Brooke said and also Nora Roberts

~Favorite tv show?


Too many to name! But a few were mentioned like The Good Place, Game of Thrones and Firefly. I also watch This is Us, Poldark, Outlander. And I stream a lot and watch Man in the High Castle and shows on Netflix.

I was excited to read that Nos4a2 and Discovery of Witches will be turned into tv shows!

Hi Brooke! I’ll be buying the soundtrack too.

Question: This is my first time playing wheelathon, what day does the new word get announced? I know the week starts on Saturday. So is it announced on Thursday or Friday? Just want to make sure I check in on the right day.

Laura wrote: "Ha, it wasn't your wheel shelf but I found it!

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I don’t know why my links never work. Maybe because I’m on an iPad? But thanks for doing it for me, Laura!

I am a planner and a hoarder of books and audiobooks. LOL I always create a reading schedule monthly. Whether I stick to it is the question.:)

Question Laura, how was your Thanksgiving? And I always wondered if Canadian Thanksgiving is the same as U.S. with turkey and dressing and pumpkin pie? I’m getting hungry already!

Hi Alissa and Zee!

Yes, the spreadsheet worked for me. I put myself down for 4 books. I chose longer books because we get more points. If I can fit another book in during the week, I will!

SandyL wrote: "Hi MH!

Have a great Thanksgiving weekend, Laura! Does anyone else have any fun plans? I'm just reading and cleaning. My dogs (I have two Golden Retrievers) are going to the groomer today, so it me..."

LOL, Sandy! I’m sure your babies appreciate it. I saw the movie A Star is Born today. Really good and I love Bradley Cooper. He can actually sing. Of course, Lady Gaga can sing.

Anyhow, enjoy your reading. I just got Dracul from the library. I’ll be reading that on Monday.

Laura wrote: "Good morning Geri and Megan! Yeah some of us are here! Lots of time for everyone else to check in yet..
Geri- I started mine too but I'm only about 50 pages in.
You are right we didn't get a grea..."

I’m sure you must be overjoyed that your son is coming home!

If I can put my 2 cents in, I would suggest claiming letters so we make sure we complete our word and get completion points. With all the people on our team, it shouldn’t take long to complete. And hopefully spell the word out again. I can read 4-5 books a week, and most are 300-500 pages.