Vicki’s Comments (group member since May 01, 2018)

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

Louise wrote: "Vicki wrote: "I posted a couple books and placed 2 more on the Crayola tab, but I am not sure if the you ladies (cap/co-caps) want me to do that or do it yourselves."

Please only put books on the ..."

No problem, so what do I do with The Notebook that I read from Raquel's MOD shelf? I see that it's been removed. I don't mind but I'm not sure how to know what to read for since I guess I am not reading for any specific task?

BTW I am having issues with some of my tags sticking so I just added The Notebook to my TT shelf again, so if it doesn't stick just let me know. Sometimes even though it shows as though it's there it will unstick, if you will.

Where do I find the list of tasks our books might fit?

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?

Personally, I was not confused and I did like the action.

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.

My favorite creature so far is Lastleaf's wyern. I just loved the descriptive details of its beauty and power, plus I love how she lets Lastleaf climb onto him and pet him, so to speak.

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?

I don't like it at all...killing just for the sake of killing basically so I am not in favor.

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 do think in his mind that his motivations are reasonable, but I don't fully agree with his reasoning. I don't think he's pure evil either. And, yes, I do feel sorry for the monsters.

15. We all picked our favorite character in day 1 questions. Has yours changed since then?

I have really come to like Clay a lot and think he is truly more level-headed than Gabe and Moog and Matrick, so at this point he's probably my favorite character. I like how he encouraged Gabe not to give up on Rose, too.

I posted a couple books and placed 2 more on the Crayola tab, but I am not sure if the you ladies (cap/co-caps) want me to do that or do it yourselves.

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 thought he added a bit of crazy to the mix! lol I wasn't surprised he went so readily because he has the rot, can't seem to cure it for others, and with his recent losses he's obviously lonely too.

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?

I thought the entrance to the palace was fantastical and reminded me somewhat of the entrance to Circe's home in the Odyssey. lol I like Matrick and I was very surprised at the turn of events and wasn't expecting what he divulged to Clay and Gabe. He is, after all, a king who rose from being a vicious killer and thief among other things. I was neither worried nor excited, just curious.

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?

I loved how the druin was introduced with his wyvern because I love wyverns. I enjoyed the description of the druin bot physical and personality. I have a feeling his plan is to be king over the entire kingdom.


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?

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?

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?

I'm pretty sure the author will pull it off. It's working for me so far...I'm a believer.

2.) The rocks, may of hit me a bit in the feels. Did it affect your opinion of Gabe at all?

I like Gabe and I think the only way the rocks affected me is that it gave me more insight to his character.

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?

I don't feel like there's major dumping. I am learning about their world as I read and gain more info/insight. So far I am good with the world building.

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)?

Honestly, I think it made me like him even more. I was definitely taken aback by her response and didn't like it.

5.) Do you have a favorite character so far?

Well, I'm a dog lover so I have to say Griff...that being said, I don't know that I have a favorite otherwise but give me more time and I'm sure I will. I love how Gabe was so sure Rose would still be alive and wanted to go find her.

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

Centaur

I realized that this BOM starts after I get home from visiting my family in Florida, so I'd like to also volunteer for DQ's - Team SIP

Louise wrote: "Vicki wrote: "Louise and/or co-caps, I'm starting to plan some books. I've put a book on the May Books tab that fits for the Spell-It-Out as well. Do I put it in both places or pick one spot for it..."

Thanks, Louise

Louise and/or co-caps, I'm starting to plan some books. I've put a book on the May Books tab that fits for the Spell-It-Out as well. Do I put it in both places or pick one spot for it only?

Melissa wrote: "Vicki wrote: "Louise and/or co-caps, I'm trying to remember if I may start a book prior to the beginning of the challenge as long as I finish it after it begins or do I need to wait to begin a book..."

Thank you, I just couldn't remember nor find the answer myself.

Louise and/or co-caps, I'm trying to remember if I may start a book prior to the beginning of the challenge as long as I finish it after it begins or do I need to wait to begin a book?

To all of you Aussies (is that correct?), I am so envious! I swear before I die I am going to Australia!

Skye, I am in the central valley, specifically Manteca...sandwiched between Stockton and Modesto. How far in NorCal are you?

Catsalive wrote: "BTW, my name is Kylie, but if you forget then catsalive or cats is fine. 😺"

Good to know!

Team Sip - I'm doing DQ's only this time but not volunteering to write DQ's.

I'm in for Team Sip, but I'm on vacation so I am not volunteering to write DQ's.

BTW, thank you to the captain and co-caps for taking on that responsibility!

Hello Team Sip!

I live in sunny California but I am currently visiting my siblings and some nieces and nephews in Florida...both in the USA. I will be here until May 11 so not sure how my reading will go those first days in May.

I am a retired high school teacher as of May 2017. I taught English to freshmen for 25 years, yearbook 18 years, multicultural literature to seniors for 5 years, and some random summer school classes.

I am married to a wonderful man, I have 5 grown children (2 sons, 3 daughters), 22 grandchildren (12 boys, 10 girls) and 6 great grandchildren (3 boys/3 girls) so our gender numbers are pretty even. We also have 2 dogs, Jazzy and Rocky and our dog in heaven, Buddy.

I love reading historical fiction (hadn't heard of modern historical but I'm interested, Louise), psychological thrillers, mysteries with good twists and turns, romance/sports romance and some nonfiction, classics and fantasy (think Sarah J. Maas), but I'm not so much into what I call hard-core sci-fi or horror but will read them for a challenge.

I, too, am a team challenge addict and TT is probably my 5th or 6th? I have done a few is all I can say with certainty.

Louise ~ I am so very sorry you lost your other half! I'm a dog-lover so I know how much comfort they can bring. I hope your little one brings you comfort at this time.

Karen, Catsalive and Emma ~ I have always wanted to go to Australia and one of my daughters and I might be planning a trip in December of 2024 or possibly 2025.

Karen ~ Thailand sounds amazing and like a wonderful educational/cultural experience for your children!

Looks like a very diverse team we have! I'm looking forward to getting to know all of you that I don't know yet and to those of you I'm already friends with, I hope to build deeper friendships with you.

My TT shelf is listed above.

Cat wrote: "@Susan, if you let us know what your final signup #books is we can amend for you (currently 30)

@Vicki: we learn each year that we can never over-promote the opening of sign-ups! :) glad you can j..."

Me too, Cat...thanks! :)

OMG how did I miss this? Thank heavens the MOD sent out an email for signups! Woo hoo! One of my favs for sure!