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Tina ❣’s comments from the Nothing But Reading Challenges group.

Ooohhh I was going too Emma!

@ Thanks Karen.

I’ve found a book with Charles Manson!

Week 3 Completion Post

Book 1
Title: Flight
Author: Alyssa Rose Ivy
Date: 29 June
Pages: 263 pages

Letters:
A - Alyssa, author first name
D - Allison Davis, character

Book 2
Title: Inhibitions
Author: Kimberly Bracco
Date: 30 June
Pages: 303 pages

Letters:
A- Ashley Marie Mitchel, character


Book 3
Title: In a Great Southern Land
Author: Mary-Anne O'Connor
Date: 30 June
Pages: 416

Letters:
D- David Tumulty, character

Book 4
Title: Four Dead Queens
Author: Astrid Scholte
Date: 2 July
Pages: 429

Letters:
A - Atrid, author first name
S - Scholte, author surname

I hope you feel better Karen!

I managed to finish a book today but I’ll do the completion post in the next few days. Hopefully with another finished book

Day 6 DQs - Chpts 26-33 (End)

20. So Molly and Reid finally got together (not like we didn't see it coming) but I was surprised how it escalated so quickly. Talking about sex already, after Molly's first kiss ever? And not wanting to take things slow? What did you make of this?
I wasn't surprised. I thought Molly had decided on losing her virginity now, which is why she wanted it to go faster. I like that Reid wanted to take it slow at the start and wasn't pushing her.


21. Frankly my parents never gave me the dreaded sex or birth control talk so reading or hearing about them always makes me laugh. As much as I enjoyed that scene, do you think Patty jumped the gun with this considering how new the relationship between Reid and Molly was and that Molly had never had a boyfriend before?
Nor did my parents. I found it kind of unrealistic that she acted upon it so quickly but maybe it is a good thing?


22. We've seen how the relationship between Cassie and Molly has changed and how they have started to grow apart. Molly realizes how inevitable it is and believes that change is "the most basic of all tragedies." Do you agree with this?
I can see where she is coming from. I've heard the saying that no one likes change.


23. I loved Molly's transformation from the beginning of the story. She gained more confidence, found her own voice and became more comfortable in her own skin. Overall how do you feel the author did in dealing with these issues?
I think she gave it her best shot. I can't really say as this book just didn't grip me much. She definitely grew into her skin but I don't think by a lot.


24. Going into this (& not really remembering the synopsis), I think I had different expectations for this story because of the title. What do you think of the choice of title and how it related to the story?
Ugh. I think it's an okay title. I like that it has two words starting with a U... Has been helpful for challenges (wheel, UNO)

25. How did you like the book? Thoughts, feelings? Any characters you most related to
Honestly, I wish I didn't have to read it. I did not like it much. I found the end to be better than the start which is something

Completion Post

Week 2

BOOK 1
Title: Perfect Formation
Author: K.B. Alan
Date: 22 June
Pages: 206
Letters:
C - Caleb (Character)
A - K.B. Alan (Author)

LGBT tag 1st column on main page


BOOK 2
Title: The Upside of Unrequited
Author: Becky Albertalli
Date: 22 June
Pages: 336
Letters:
C - Cassie (Character)
N - Nadine (Character)
M - Molly (Character)
O - Olivia (Character)

LGBT tag MPG


BOOK 3
Title: Heartaches and Christmas Cakes
Author: Amy Miller
Date: 22 June
Pages: 248
Letters:
A - Amy Miller (Author)
C - Charlie Barton (Character)
M - Mary (Character)

Karen ⊰✿ wrote: "❦ Tina ❣ wrote: "I just hope I will be able to post completion posts whilst I'm away!

We're going to go to Phuket for 5 nights and then travel to Bangkok for the rest. So, 12 days in total. We're ..."

Oh I wouldn't have guessed that Karen. And thanks for you help. It's one less thing to worry about :P

Camilla wrote: "Where in Phuket are you going, Tina? We visiited a few years ago and stayed in Karon Beach."

We're going to stay in Patong and then do day trips to Karon and Kata beaches. But we might not, because there's forecast for thunderstorm weather for that week unfortunately.

Thanks Lisa! That does sound like a nice anniversary

Oh yes! I'll try take some photos and post them here for you guys to see (:

Eldarwen wrote: "Ah yes, internet while traveling is sometimes a little iffy. I usually just poof completely and don't worry about it. But that doesn't always work with team challenges going on hehe.

Thailand soun..."


I just hope I will be able to post completion posts whilst I'm away!

We're going to go to Phuket for 5 nights and then travel to Bangkok for the rest. So, 12 days in total. We're going to stay in two places but do day trips to nearby places

Day 5
Chapters 19-25

15. The group decided to have a sleepover, with Will bringing alcohol and later we find out he was puking in the middle of the night, without any of the others noticing. There were quite a few things that bugged me in this particular chapter, but what are your thoughts on the sleepover and the conversations they had?

Okay well good on Will for making it to the bathroom.


16. Molly likes Will. Molly likes Reid. Does Will like Molly? Does Reid like Molly? Oh wait, apparently Reid likes Olivia. And Olivia likes Reid. But then they don't, and Will actually likes Mina. WHAT. A. MESS. And we're not even at the end of the book yet.
Why do you think the author did this? Did they want to confuse us? Or were they trying to make the book a bit longer and hopefully more interesting?

To purposely annoy us. That's why. It's actually ridiculous. I have been trying to think how much more I'd like it if I read this and I was that age. Liking people is such a huge thing in high school and who you 'like' tends to change quickly. I can understand that some teens can relate to this but I couldn't and I don't now.
I think she's trying to depict how confusing it is for teens and their romance. Hormones everywhere and you're trying to make sense of them all.


17. Abby seems to know Molly better than anyone else does (even better than Cassie, it seems), so why has it taken so long for us to finally witness a proper conversation between them??

Agh I don't know. Probably to get to know her family first?


18. We haven't learned much about Max yet. He just seems like a random side character even though he's always with the group. He's part of the group. Do you want to find out more about him and do you think we will?

Yup. Random character. No I don't and I don't think we will because no one 'likes' him nor does he 'like' anyone


19. We have read about Molly being in a daze a few times now which could have to do with her anxiety or maybe even some other mental health disorder(s). Can you relate to that in any way, and do you think her issues lie deeper than previously thought?

I don't think she has bigger issues. She just has typical teenage issues to deal with.

I'm also trying to space my books out for the Right side up challenge. My max is 12 and I've read 12

So I'm thinking to nearly finish a few books for week 2 after the right side challenge finishes

Yes! About 27 minutes to midnight right now!

I'm going to Thailand! Woo! I haven't traveled overseas since 2008 and I'm excited and nervous

I don't know how the internet situation will be there. We've booked in hostels with free Wifi so I hope it works well?

Eni wrote: "i apologize in advance if the questions are not the best.. i don't usually do BOMs or DQs =p

Day 4 - 19 June
chapters 12 - 18

So the story has progressed and we see Molly admit to herself she li..."

I agree with you Eni. I was done in the first few chapters but I still am reading for BOM points

Day 4 - 19 June
chapters 12 - 18

10. In Chapter 12 Molly is given a make over and the girls go hang out with the boys, where she drinks for her first time. Do you remember your first drink? What do you think about drunken Cassie speaking so loudly about Molly crushing on Will? What do you think about Molly drinking even though she's taking pills?

Oh my god no.. wait yes? Bailey's at a friend's party in high school. I think... I am not much of a alcoholic drinker.

Yeah that's embarrassing. If Molly had actually said that Cassie was wrong, then it would be embarrassing for Will and whoever else cares. She shouldn't do both. I'm surprised that she didn't get a reaction from this that was severe or at least moderate. It's not a good message to give to teens who read this.
"Yes you're on your pill but one drink won't kill you! Therefore, it's okayyyy. Go on. Have one".


11. On the fourth of July, Reid and Molly hang out and we "see" sparks fly between them. The author seems to be giving a lot more dialogue between Molly and Reid than between Molly and Will. Do you think she's steering us into rooting for Reid?

Most definitely. I'm not a fan of Will.


12. Cassie blows up at her mom for grounding her. How do you feel about her clear change in behaviour and her "obsession" with Mina?

I think it's normal. We all need to hear 'No' sometimes and learn how to deal with that.


13. We are introduced to Mina's parents and they seem pretty chill and cool. However it seems like Mina hasn't told them she is dating Cassie. Since she seems to have a good relationship with them, why do you think she hasn't told them?

I don't recall much about Mina and her parents. I must have zoned out at this point. I'm listening to the audiobook and sometimes miss things in books because my GPS talks to me or my mind wanders or concentrates on driving.


14. Molly finally blows up with Cassie and tells her what she thinks. She also realizes she has a big crush on Reid, however she is reluctant to think about dating him over Mina's comment. What do you think about Molly's actions at the party?

I honestly don't understand why Mina said those things about Reid. It makes no sense to me and the fact that Molly takes it to heart! What the?! Like so what. Make up your own mind.



I'm struggling with this book.

I'm reading the two BOM LGBT books too so they can be put down! I'll probably finish them both on the weekend and stick to the DQ days

I'm listening to a historical fiction book as well which I could finish tomorrow? I don't know.

I have to get vaccines for travel tomorrow and then go to work so we will see if I do any reading

Day 2 - chapters 7 - 11

6. In chapter 7 it dawns on Molly that whilst she's never been kissed she's also never been rejected, and she starts to wonder about that. I was surprised that it was such a revelation to her. Do you think she'll be able to start to act differently now, take chances and be open to rejection?

Oh I think she will act differently but not by much. I think she'll be open to rejection and might take a small chance of romance with Reid.


7. Reid takes Molly to the supermarket and plays the supermarket game - guess the songs that will be played. It turns out Molly is pretty good at the game. Do you do anything similar or have secret skills at obscure games? How do you like the developing friendship with Reid?

No I don't think I do. I wish I could especially with the lottery haha

I like Reid better than Will. The relationship is more natural and not forced unlike Will. I think Reid is healthier for her too (Will and his drinking).


8. We see a lot more of Molly's family in this section, including her Grandma! What do you think of the family dynamics?

Ah Grandma. I love it when family calls you fat even though you're of healthy weight. Does wonders for your self esteem and mental health *cough*.
I actually do like Nadine and Patti. I think they are healthy adults with how they deal with the conflicts of the twins


9. Cassie announces her new relationship via Facebook update, and doesn't tell Molly directly. Does this change how you feel about Cassie? Molly?

A little bit. Cassie should have told Molly before posting it on Facebook. Fair enough for Molly being upset. It's kind of saying that you're not important enough for me to tell you face to face.

Mwahaha
I hope you guys like the book! But I’d understand if you don’t

Eldarwen wrote: "Did you see the titles of the rest of the series???

--> https://www.goodreads.com/series/247819"

Yes! I'm thinking Her Bush is my favourite title xD