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

DQs Ch 40-End

31) What did you think of the ending? Will you be reading book 2?
I did not see the end coming. Yes I will read book two.

32) What did you think of the big reveal? How do you think he survived?
I was actually surprised about Ace. I can see why Nova kept reminding herself of what happened to Ace. I thought that it was a bit strange to hold that much vengeance in her heart against the Renegades throughout the book. But I understand it more now. As he is alive, I can see that Ace's condition will fuel her need to avenge him. I can see that time has not healed her heart against what happened as he is still alive.
I have no idea how he survived. Maybe someone saved him. Maybe he saved himself somehow through his power.

33) Why do you think the Anarchists don't know Ace's secret?
Because they probably haven't thought to question it. They probably did not look for a body. With the Anarchists being quite, after the event as well, there would have been no need to question the strength and alliance of the Anarchists.

34) Do you think the Renegades have Ace's real helmet? Or just the fake just for show?
Most likely they have it a secure storage. Probably with DNA recognition needed to access it.

35) Do you think the Renegades suspect Nova? Why or why not?
No, I do not think so. I think she has covered her tracks well enough for now. I'm sure that later on, either she will slip up, someone from the Anarchists will tell or someone from the Renegades will put two and two together. She might even tell someone from the Renegades (most likely Adrian).

Discussion Questions Chapter 32-39

25. Nova found on a registry that Max's ability was absorption? How do you think it is linked to his telekinetic ability, and how dangerous it could be?
Max had used his absorption power to attain the telekinetic ability. Although, I don't think he would 'used' his power. If he could 'use' it, he would be able to control it and not have to be locked up.

26. How do you think Max stole Ace Anarchy's power? Maybe he was present when he died. Do you think it is linked to his real parents, and who are they?
Max would have had to been close to Ace to absorb his power. I have no idea about Max's real parents.

27. It was quite obvious that Nova and Adrian will get involved romantically at some point, did you see it coming also ? And how do you think it will evolve ?
Yes, I saw it coming from the start. I think it will. I think they will get together at the end of the series.

28. Ace Anarchy’s helmet is not destroyed, do you think it can still be used, and to what purpose ? Maybe Max can use it to join Adrian and Nova ? Do you think it can control his absorption ability ?
I would say it can still be used. It reminded me of Magneto's helmet in X-Men, where it is used to amplify their powers. I do not think the helmet can be used to control Max's power.

29. If Nova lost her powers, do you think she’d still be a prodigy ? How well does she fits in the renegade teams ? I feel she is really in between with her desires to stay with the Anarchists or go forever with the renegades ?
I do think they'd keep her. She's proven she's strong and smart. I think the Renegades would have a sense of responsibility of Nova if her powers were gone.
I think she's been tempted to give into the Renegades. But something would remind her of why she hates the Renegades.

30. What do you think of a world without prodigies versus a world with superpowers ? Do you think it is necessarily better to have superpower ?
I would say that it would be useful to have a special ability. But there will be someone who exploits that ability in some way for their own personal gain, and perhaps at whatever cost.

Discussion questions: Chapters 24-31

18. Why do you think Ingrid changed the plan?
Perhaps she is hellbent on revenge. I don't think we actually know what the Anarchists went through in the Age of Anarchists. I hope we get to know about them. It might help explain why Ingrid did what she did. I agree with @Devann that she is short sighted about this as well.

19. Nova is learning and experiencing that the Renegades are not quite what she was told or led to believe. Do you think in the end she will betray the Renegades?
Yes.

20. Will the Mirror Walker come back to "out" Nova?
I would think so.

21. I 'm undecided about which side I am rooting for. Anyone else feel this way? Do you think Meyer deliberately did this? Which side are you rooting for; Renegades or Anarchists?
Yeah I am not a wholehearted fan of either side. I do feel kind of sorry that the Anarchists have so few members in comparison to the Renegades. I think Nova will do her own thing. She'll figure out what the world needs.

22. What is your favorite superpower that we have read about so far and why?
I would say either Sketch's or the the Librarian. Sketch because I think it would be great to be able to give yourself and whoever what they want/need. I would if it would work with money. I think there is a danger to this too. A danger to hoarding, being gluttonous and probably having your power exploited via authorities (if they find out about your power).
The Librarian though - I would have done so well in high school and university. Tests and exams would have been a breeze. But, it would be great to use knowledge gained form books to help others.

23. What do you think will happen to Winston?
I have no idea. I've been wondering about that. Nova has not tried to check on him or know anything about what might happen to him. Will he be lock up? Will Max be used against Winston? I don't know. I hope he will be okay though.

24. Any thoughts on how this story is going to end?
I have no idea right now. It's a but too early to tell. I hope that Nova and Adrian will overcome their differences and figure out something good.
I do hope that Nova does not kill Adrian's dads. That would definitely drive a wedge between them.

Discussion questions for Chapters 15 - 23:

13. What do you think is going on with Max? His special talent must be something lethal for him to be isolated like that. What do you think the Renegades want his blood for? Are they developing a weapon or are they trying to find something to help him?
I had no idea what was going on with Max. I accidentally read on. I still don't really know why they want his blood. I'm assuming it is to study his power and how they can use it as a weapon, probably.

14. Did you like Nova's first day working for the Renegades? Did you like the description of their headquarters? What about her interaction with the other Renegades?
I did like her first day even though I tend to zone out with long descriptions. I can't help it.

15. I liked the Origin stories they told each other. I thought prodigies were born with their powers, but it seems that is not always the case. What do you think of that? Did you like their stories? Why wouldn't Nova tell them what happened to her family?
From what I've seen in the X-Men, Marvel and DC movies, I'm not surprised that some people get their powers later in life and aren't born with it. I'm assuming Nova didn't want to tell her story as it could giver her away as being Nightmare in the future somehow.

16. How do you think Nova's first assignment is going? What was Detonators plan going in like that? What do you think is going to happen now?
It could have gone much better. I'm not sure why Marissa wrote Detonator as she did in that chapter. I'm not sure what she was trying to achieve. There's going to be some issues between Nova and Ingrid as they try to get what they want. Ingrid probably thinks Nova is soft and not strong enough to do what is necessary to be an anarchist in her eyes.

17. While browsing the internet a little I came across the Renegades website where you can take a quiz to find out your superpower. Here is the link find your superpower.
My superpower is INVISIBILITY: You love spending time by yourself catching up on your favorite TV shows.

What's yours? Which side did you choose?

"HEALING: You care about everyone around you and want to help in any way that you can." I chose Villains.

Thank you!

Renegades DQs Ch 8-15

8. Ace told Nova that the Renegades did not protect her family and allowed them to be killed. Do you think there may be more to the story?
For sure.

9. Nova scoffs at the Renegades and wants revenge. Do you think anything can change her mind given why she hates the Renegades so much?
Possibly. I'm sure that it will be Sketch that will influence her to understand the Renegades a bit more.

10. Phobia has never been seen without a costume, and they don’t know his real name. Any guesses on who he might be? Will this become important later in the book?
Someone from her past maybe. I'm not too sure if he will be important later. We haven't heard anything about where the Renegades are keeping Phobia and what they will do with him. Nova could break out Phobia so she can complete a mission/task in the future...

11. What do you think will happen once Sentinel and Nightmare figure out their true identities? Do you think they might be able to work together eventually?
There will be anger, disbelief, accusations, mistrust, hurt... Then they'll work together.

12. What do you think about the world that Meyer has created? Do you find it well developed? Is it living up to your expectations?
I find it bleak. Everyone could be doing better in the novel but I haven't seen much evidence of hardship yet of other people. I don't think we've been introduced to a normal human yet. I'm sure they bear the most hardship in the novel but we haven't been shown or told much yet.

I agree with Devann about other countries being aware but not providing aid.

I agree with Christina too. That there is not enough of showing of how bad the world is.

The characters seem great. I think I have a grasp on who the Anarchists are and what they do. Not yet for the Renegades. I would like to see more of the world they live in. I sort of want Sketch and Nova and the team to go out and see the world for what it is, and to have that impact what they think about and what really matters.

Just saying, I'm super glad Marissa wrote a character list at the start. Otherwise I think we would all be struggling still.

Questions Chapters 1-7 pgs 5 - 105

1. Why did you choose to read this book? Have you read anything else by Marissa Meyer? If so what do you think of her work? Do you have a favorite book by her?
I chose to read this book because I had rad the Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer. I really did like the series and don't think I have a favourite.

2. In the prologue the setting is pretty bleak before the Renegades come on the scene. The normal people were told to stay inside where it was safe while the Renegades fixed everything. It sounds like with the Anarchists there was no control and maybe with the Renegades there could be too much control. What do you think? Which is worse, no control over the people or too much control over the people?
I think it depends who you're asking. If you're a leader, too much control would benefit them. If you're being led, it might feel like you lack freedom. If you're a leader and there is no control, a lot of effort would have to go in getting the public to trust you and support you, and to build the necessary networks with others. If you're a part of the public, no control would allow you to do as you please. However, with no structures and systems set up, you would struggle to get the basic necessities of life (food, clothes, shelter, water, hygiene, medicine...).

3. Do you have a favorite character yet?
I would have to say Nova so far.

4. If you could have a super power what would it be? And what would you choose for a super hero name?
I've been thinking about this for years and I can't decide. Invisibility, ability to touch objects and know their pasts, elasticity, world peace... I don't know. I know I definitely want to have martial art skills.

5. We learn the significance of Nightmare's quote, "One cannot be brave who has no fear." Do you agree with this quote? Where do you think it ultimately comes from?
I do agree with it. I think it has something to do with Adrian and Nova's past and family.

6. In the story the Anarchists want no rules, and this was not good. The Renegades made rules for themselves, but Sketch (Sentinel) seems to think that this is bad. Sketch seems prepared to break the rules. Any ideas where this might lead?
He will rebel against the Renegades. Not sure to what extent. Nova will be involved.

7. Are you enjoying the story so far?
I am. The start was a bit hard to get into. I was confused with who was "good" and who is "good" now.

❁❁ Disney Princess Reading Challenge

Open Ended

Date Started: 01/01/2018
Date Finished:
Level to achieve: Aficionado Level
Books Read: 37/25+

Oh My Gods!
COMPLETED

12 month challenge

Start: 01/01/18
End: 31/03/18
Level: Titan - 24 books (2 books per Olympian)
Competed: 24/24

Duration: 01/01/2018 – 31/03/2018
Level: Titan - 24 books (2 books per Olympian)
Competed: 24/24

Gods

◈ Zeus is the father of gods and men.
Read a book about a president, monarch, ruler, or someone in a leadership position. This includes, but is not limited to: kings, princes, presidents, sheikhs, or prime minsters.
03/02/18 26/01/18

◈ Poseidon is the god of the sea.
Read a book about a man who lives in close proximity to a large body of water or has a job as a fisherman, marine-biologist, or sailor. You can also read a book with a body of water on the cover. Poseidon also has a lot of children so you can read a book about a man with more than 3 children.
10/02/18 15/02/18

◈ Apollo is the god of music, poetry, prophecy, light, plague, healing and the sun.
Read a book about an artist or a doctor. You can read a book with a cover that appeals to you aesthetically (in layman's terms: read a book that you think has a beautiful cover).
16/01/18 07/02/18

◈ Ares is the god of war.
Read a book about a man that is or was in the military or a warrior. This includes, but is not limited to: a Marine, someone in the army, navy, or air force, a knight, viking, ninja, gladiator, mercenary, etc...
09/03/18 12/03/18

◈ Hephaestus is the god of fire and smiths.
As a symbolism for fire, read a book with a predominantly red cover.
05/01/18 16/01/18

◈ Hermes is the herald of the gods.
Read a book about a man who has a sense of spirituality. Or read a book with a mythical being such as an angel (think paranormal).
02/02/18 06/01/018

Goddesses

◈ Hera is the queen of the gods and the goddess of marriage and family.
Read a book about a woman who is married or has children. You can also read a book about a female president, monarch, ruler, or someone in a leadership position. This includes, but is not limited to: queens, princesses, or prime minsters.
14/01/18 14/03/18

◈ Demeter is the goddess of fertility, grain, and agriculture.
Read a book where the protagonist is pregnant, is trying to get pregnant, or is someone who owns a farm, raises vegetables/flowers.
13/01/18 08/02/18

◈ Athena is the goddess of wisdom and crafts, war and strategy, and inventions in science.
Read a book about a woman who can --for lack of better words-- kick some serious ass.
25/01/18 26/01/18

◈ Hestia is the virgin goddess.
Read a book with a youthful character (think YA) or a virgin.
12/01/18 Read 27/01/18

◈ Artemis is the goddess of the hunt, wild animals, childbirth, healing and plague.
Read a book with foliage or animals on the cover. Or read a book about a woman who loves nature.
05/02/18 30/03/18

◈ Aphrodite is the goddess of love, sexuality, and beauty.
Read a book about someone who is extremely beautiful, or in tune with her sexuality (think erotica)
07/01/18 19/01/18

**COMPLETED**

Date Started: 01/01/2018
Date Finished:
Level to achieve: Aficionado Level
Books Read: 38/49

Pocahontas
♚ Read a book where the protagonist is Native American
18/08/18
♚ Read a book where the character loves nature
by Vanessa Garden 30/03/18
♚ Read a book where the character displays shamanic powers.
12/01/18
♚ Read a book that is a retelling of Pocahontas.
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Princess Jasmine
from Aladdin
♚ Read a book where the protagonist is of Arabic descent
by Andy Weir 17/05/18
♚ Read a book where the character is named Jasmine
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♚ Read a book that is a retelling of Aladdin.
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Snow White
♚Read a book where the protagonist has fair skin and dark hair.
by Sarah J. Maas 21/05/18
♚Read a book where the protagonist is German (or of German descent).
11/07/19
♚Read a book where the protagonist has many male friends.
07/03/18
♚ Read a book that is a retelling of Snow White.
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✔Aurora
more commonly known as Sleeping Beauty
♚ Read a book where the protagonist has a curse placed upon her at birth.
12/01/18
♚ Read a book where the main character is unaware of her biological family or where she comes from.
26/01/18
♚ Read a book that is a retelling of Sleeping Beauty.
12/07/19

✔Mulan
♚ Read a book where the protagonist is Chinese (or of Chinese descent), she must also be able to kick some serious ***.
by Marie Lu 22/03/2018
♚ Read a book where the protagonist disguises herself as a man or enlists in the army.
by Kendare Blake 24/03/19

✔Ariel
from The Little Mermaid
♚ Read a book where the protagonist has red hair, has a lot of sisters, or is a mermaid.
02/02/18
♚ Read a book where the protagonist frequently disobeys her father.
12/03/19
♚ Read a book that is a retelling of The Little Mermaid.
25/06/18

✔Belle
from Beauty and the Beast
♚ Read a book where the protagonist loves books and reading.
10/02/18
♚ Read a book about a protagonist who adores her father
19/3/18
♚ Read a book with a man who is not handsome (he can have scars, be it emotional or physical) or is temperamental.
04/03/18
♚ Read a book that is retelling of Beauty and the Beast.
07/02/18

Esmeralda
from The Hunchback of Notre-Dame
♚Read a book where the protagonist is a Gypsy
___
♚Read a book where the character has a pet goat (this should be interesting).
___
♚Read a book that is a retelling of The Hunchback of Notre-Dame.
___

Megara
from Hercules
♚Read a book where the protagonist has a low opinion of men
13/04/19
♚Read a book where the character is cynical about love.
29/11/18
♚Read a book that is a retelling of Hercules.
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✔ Tiana
from The Princess and the Frog
♚Read a book where the protagonist is African American
by Nicola Yoon 06/06/18
♚Read a book that takes place in New Orleans
by Kelli Jean 06/06/18
♚Read a book where the character is a waitress or an excellent cook.
05/02/18
♚Read a book that is a retelling The Princess and the Frog.
14/03/18

✔Cinderella
♚Read a book about someone who has an evil stepmother
17/06/18
♚ Read a book about someone who has had a difficult life but perseveres with the help of love.
03/02/18
♚ Read a book that is a retelling of Cinderella.
13/07/19

Rapunzel
♚Read a book where the MC has really long hair
12/03/18
♚Read a book where the MC was kidnapped.
16/01/18
♚Read a book that is a retelling of Rapunzel.
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✔Alice
♚Read a book where the protagonist lives in a dream world or discovers an alternate (fantasy) world
05/05/18
♚Read a book where the protagonist defies a monarch (preferably a queen).
26/01/18
♚Read a book that is a retelling of Alice in Wonderland.
17/01/20

Jane
from Tarzan
♚Read a book where the protagonist is an artist
04/01/18
♚Read a book set in Africa or in a rural (out of reach) area
31/08/19
♚Read a book that has a vibrant yellow cover or features someone on the cover dressed in yellow
by Lily Allen 05/01/19
♚Read a book that is a retelling of Tarzan.
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Tinker Bell
from Peter Pan
♚Read a book where the protagonist is a fairy (not to be mistaken with a faerie).
08/06/18
♚Read a book where the protagonist is very shy or has problems communicating.
07/12/18
♚Read a book that is a retelling of Peter Pan (but it has to feature a Tinker Bell).
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I had a look at this challenge last month and was a bit worried about if I could actually finish it all.

I now have enough courage to do it as I feel like I've done well with the other reading challenges on this site!

I'm going to make my start date from the start of this year as it is what I have done with most of my other challenges. Hopefully I can reach the Aficionado Level by next year! We shall see.

I'm keen on joining in on this one!

Emaly wrote: "Hello everyone, This is my first time to participate in this and what I supposed to do in this discussion? can anyone help me? Good thing I bought the Renegades last month and havent read it.. Lol ..."

Same here! I'm not too sure what to do.

@ Moderators of NBRC - I'd be happy too!

I'm totally keen to participate in the discussions and the chapter breakdowns. It will be my first Book fo the Month participation and discussion. When do we start?!

Author Alphabete Challenge

Open ended

COMPLETED

Start date: 01/01/17
End date: 28/04/18
26/26 books read

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COMPLETED

2018 Author Alphabet

12 months

Start date: 01/01/17
End date: 31/12/18
26/26 books read

I'm in!

Start date: 01/01/18 (dd/mm/yy)
End date: 28/04/18 (dd/mm/yy)

26/26 books read

A. - Bellamy and The Brute by Alicia Michaels Read 07/02/18
B. - Love's Funny That Way by Pamela Burford 08/02/18
C. - Rock You by Candy J. Starr Read 16/01/18
D. - The Seven Steps to Closure by Donna Joy Usher 08/04/18
E. - Water by Emory Gayle 10/02/18
F. - Mine to Spell by Janeal Falor 06/01/18
G. - After I've Gone by Linda Green 14/01/18
H. - Silent No More by N.E. Henderson 04/01/18
I. - Imperfect Love by Isabella White 08/02/18
J. - You Are Mine by Janeal Falor 05/01/18
K. - Underneath It All by Kate Canterbary 06/01/18
L. - Storm by Nina Levine 13/02/18
M. - Renegades by Marissa Meyer 24/01/18
N. - Treasured Find by Nancy Corrigan 05/01/18
O. - Salted Caramel by Tess Oliver 19/01/18
P. - Barbarian Prince by Michelle M. Pillow 12/03/18
Q. - Prince of Wolves by Quinn Loftis 28/04/18
R. - Slave, Warrior, Queen by Morgan Rice 26/01/18
S. - Bound by Kate Sparkes 12/01/18
T. - An Earl's Guide to Catch a Lady by Tanya Wilde 04/01/18
U. - Faery Born by Donna Joy Usher 07/03/18
V. - Captivate by Vanessa Garden 30/03/18
W. - Secret Love by Isabella White 08/02/18
X. - Letter in name The Beauty Bride by Claire Delacroix 01/02/18
Y. - A Viking's Peace by Zoe York 18/04/18
Z. - Red Velvet: A Four of Fallon Novella by Zara Steen 19/04/18

COMPLETED

Goodreads Choice Awards Reading Challenge

Goodreads Choice Awards (2017) Reading Challenge

12 month challenge

Start: 1/1/2018
End: 12/31/2018
Read any combination of books that appeal to you:
Moderate- 20 books

Total read: 17/20


Goodreads Choice Awards (2018) Reading Challenge

12 month challenge

Start: 1/1/2019
End: 12/31/2019
Read any combination of books that appeal to you:
Moderate- 20 books
Read: 25

Ooh this challenge sounds great!

Start: 1/1/2018
End: 12/31/2018
Read any combination of books that appeal to you:
Moderate: 20 books

Total read: 17

I'm going to use books I have already read.

Fiction

Mystery & Thriller
11/08/18

Historical Fiction

Fantasy
10/04/18

Romance

Science Fiction
17/05/18

Horror

Humor

Nonfiction

Memoir and Autobiography

History & Biography

Science & Technology

Poetry

Debut Goodreads Author

Young Adult Fiction
Read in 2017: 1


Read in 2018: 4
11/04/18 04/05/18 21/07/18 27/07/18

Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction
Read in 2017: 4


Read in 2018: 5
22/03/18 (for Our Dark Duet) 15/05/18 10/06/18 22/06/18 29/07/18

Wonderful! Thank you!