Geri’s Comments

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

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DQs Chapter 10-14

11. Were you surprised that the Empress killed her own commander for the 13th district? What plan has been set into place by her doing this?

12. Were you surprised how well Nezha and Rin fought together? Will we see Nezha again?

13. Do you think Jiang was right to discourage Rin from calling on the gods? Where do you think Jiang has gone?

14. What do you think of Rin’s new division 13 teammates? Are you enjoying their interactions?

15. What do you think about Altan as commander of district 13?

Cat wrote: "the whole womb thing - what REALLY disturbed me was the attitude of the doctor - pleased that she was doing it, wondering why more didn't do the same and NIL effort into discussing the later ramifi..."

Yes, that disturbed me too! I wonder if the consequences of what she did will be discussed later.

** I am listening to the audiobook. So pardon if I misspelled any names! :) **

DQs Chapter 6-9

5. What did you think about the Lore Master’s combat and conditioning lessons? Would Rin have done as well during trials if she stayed in Jun’s classes?

6. Naja comes from a powerful family and has trained his entire life to become a leader. Rin comes from nothing but has enormous drive and perseverance. Which do you think will make a better leader?

7. Any ideas why Jong asked Rin a question during trials when he has never done this in the past? Do you think Rin’s answer mattered?

8. Do you think Rin made the right decision to pledge Lore and not Strategy?

9. Jong’s teaching style is unconventional to say the least! Would you enjoy taking classes with Jong or would he drive you crazy?

10. Even though Nikan is a fantasy world created by the author, there are many similarities to our world - societal, religious, academics, and political. Can you name one?

Laura wrote: "Geri wrote: "Is anyone up for doing discussion questions for set 3 or 4? I can probably do another set. But I wanted to give everyone a chance to write some too."

If no one else claims that other ..."

Yes, go ahead and put me down for the third set.

Is anyone up for doing discussion questions for set 3 or 4? I can probably do another set. But I wanted to give everyone a chance to write some too.

1. How do you like this book so far? Do you like the world the author has set? I liked how in the first chapter we got the history and cultural lesson alongside Rin while she was studying for her exam. Do you like the pace the author has set (to me the story has a good pace)?

I am really enjoying this book! It is nicely paced. This book reminds me a bit of Harry Potter. Probably because it is set in a school and Rin is the underdog. And there will likely be some magical/fantasy elements to the book.

2. What do you think of Rin, do you like her? What is your favorite character trade of hers and what is your least favorite. I like that she perseveres and doesn't give up when everything seems to be against her. What I don't like is that she is impulsive like with taking the whomb shrinking potion after her first period, she.

I definitely like her drive to better herself even though she hasn’t had the advantages that many of her classmates do. But I do think she puts crazy pressure on herself! A good example is the treatment she took to stop her period.

3. What is your impression of the school and its teachers? Do you think Rin is getting a fair treatment, it looks to me that they only want to teach students from the upper classes.

It was definitely not fair of her combat instructor to not allow her to take his class. But I do think other instructors are treating her more fairly. This is a tough school. But Rin still needs to prove she can do the work.

4. I'm intrigued by Altan, will we get to know him better?

I hope so! Because I think he will hold the key to some revelations. I hope we get to know more about Altan and his relationship with the lore master.

Victoria wrote: "I started and was really enjoying it up till the moment I spilled tea all over a page - now I’m just staring at it, willing it to dry"

Oooops! Hope it dries quickly!

I have started the book. Really enjoying it!

Fatal Affair by Marie Force

8-31-18, 357 pages

Nick Cappuano, Christina Billings, Trevor, Sam Holland, Graham, Laine O’Connor, Elizabeth, Terry, Frederick Cruz, Celia, Natalie Jordan, Royce Hamilton, Tommy Gonzalez, Patricia Donaldson, Stenhouse, Tara Davenport, Elen Swenson, Stahl, Malone, Farnsworth, Conchlan, Peter Gibson, Andrea Daily, Noel

The Governess Game by Tessa Dare

8-31-18, 373 pages

Alexandra Mountbatten, Chase Reynaud, Nicola Teeg, Penelope Campion, Emma Pembrook, Rosamunde, Daisy Fairfax, Mrs. Greeley, Barlow, Danberry, Jasper,Winifred, Ashbury, Mr. Barrow

The Sinister Secrets of the Snake Mirror by Constance Barker

8-30-18, 131 pages

Works for task read a book with snake in title, or mirror in title, or snake on cover

Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter

8-30-18, 480 pages

Andrea Eloise, Laura Oliver, Gordon, Elizabeth Leona Bernard, Shelly Ann, Cleet Larrabee, Jonah Lee Helsingborg, Det. Lisa Polatsolo, Samuel Godfrey Beckett, Alice Laydel, Paula Kuna, Nicholas Harpe, Andrew Queller, Martin, Jane, Mike Benjamin Knepper Falcone, Paula Evans Kunta, Clara Bellamy, Edwin VanWeiss, Rosenfelt, Clayton Morrow

Karishma wrote: "Did you read the previous book?"

I also read The Duchess Deal. I loved that one. This one is really good but I don’t “love” it as much. Probably because, as you mentioned, the story isn’t very original. I rolled my eyes after Chase tells Alex he “abstains” (view spoiler)[ from truly bedding his women. (hide spoiler)] But this was only a minor complaint. I will be finishing today. This is a quick, light, sexy read!

Heartbreaker by Claudia Dey

8-30-18, 288 pages

Billie Jean Fontaine, Pony Darlene, Lana Barbara Smith, Neon Dean, Traps, Rita Starr, Peter Fox St. John, Palace, Supernatural, Deborah Marie, Grace, Denise, Shonalee

Shannon wrote: "
Constance Barker
8/30
130p

Snake in title, Mirror in title, snake on cover
Super short, on KU, and fits 3 open t..."

I borrowed it from KU. I’ll have it done tonight.

The Boy at the Door by Alex Dahl

8-29-18, 368 pages

Nicoline, Hermine, Cecelia, Tobias, Johann, Tour Ellison, Lila Hanson, Anika Lucason, Pablo, Fatima, Camilla Stensn, Kristoff Mazur, Sylvia, Roy, Oliver, Ellen, Josef, Sofia, Santiago Raveira

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

8-29-18, 384 pages

Kaia, Missy, Murph, Mandy, Jodie, Chase Andrews, Pansy Price, Steve, Benjie, Ed Jackson, Vern, Catherine Danielle Clark, Mrs. Culpepper, Arielle, Carrie Ann, Tate, Joe Purdue, Pearl, Pattie, Sam, Theresa White, Marilyn, Rodney Horn, Eric, Denny Smith

I listened to the first 6 chapters last night. I am liking it so far! Alexandra is intelligent but a little awkward. I like heroines who are smart and ambitious. So far I do like the relationship between Alex and Chase. Chase is a rake and scoundrel. But he does have scruples and a kind heart. It’s sweet how he is taking care of Rosamund and and Daisy. I laughed when he just went along with his ward’s antics! Sometimes I find children in romance books annoying. But I am enjoying the children in this book.

I’ll try to read another 6 chapters today. What do you think about the book, Karishma?

Vox by Christina Dalcher

8-28-18, 326 pages

Sonia, Patrick, Steven, Jean McClellan, Jackie Juarez, Sam, Leo, Evan, Olivia King, Mr. Powell, Delila Raye, Anna Meyers, Karl Corbin, Thomas, Lynn Kwon, Lorenzo Rossi, Morgan LeBron, Poe, Sharon, Petroski

OK, i’ll Start tomorrow. Happy reading, Karishma!