D.L.’s Comments (group member since Dec 24, 2015)

D.L.’s comments from the 2025 Reading Challenge group.

I started reading this book, finally. I just finished chapter 3.

I like it a lot so far but (view spoiler)[Little Mary really is so contrary. A little brat. I hate to say it, but it's true. And yet I feel sorry for her because no one in the whole world wants her or loves her. That has to hurt. I will keep reading for sure. (hide spoiler)]

Pervinca wrote: "Okay guys i'm up to 50% of the book and i'm really enjoying it so far. I still can't get used to their funny weird words, but i'm curious to unravel this mistery."

50% is awesome. Glad you're enjoying it. I am starting it right now.

Sue wrote: "Thanks for the info I'll check it out :)

I didn't manage to read much today. I'm still reading part 3. But I'll let you know after i finished reading."

No rush. Take your time :)

I finally completed one lol

1/8 done.

I finished! I stayed all up all night reading just because I hoped Melinda could turn things around for herself.

(view spoiler)[And she did! The ending was almost a little too neatly wrapped up (almost) but I am glad Melinda saved herself in time and used her voice to 'speak' out and protect others. I had a feeling Rachel would call her a liar. That had to really hurt most of all. Such a sad situation but a powerful story. I hope it's helped teens who read it deal with hard life circumstances. I might read another one of this author's books. The ending where Melinda finishes the tree made me tear up a lot. So glad I read this after all these years. (hide spoiler)]

14/20 now complete :)

1/3 complete :)

Sue wrote: "I'm so sorry to hear that. No one deserves to be bullied. I hope you're doing well now.

What!? This book was made into a movie? I'll watch it after i finished reading :)"

Oh I'm fine now. This novel just reminds me a lot of the sometimes awkward and sad times of youth. I am seriously glad to be out of high school lol

And yes, it was made into a movie starring Kristen Stewart - the Twilight actress, as I often think of her lol Here's info on it: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0378793/

I've read through part 2 now. (view spoiler)[Melinda's parents are terrible. Her mother especially because she saw Melinda had cut herself and didn't act sympathetic or worried at all. In fact, she acted put upon and annoyed. I feel for Melinda. I hope soon she reaches out for help. I have a feeling the tree drawing she's struggling over will be seriously impactful. (hide spoiler)]

Lynn wrote: "Oh, my! I intend to reread this in April for a challenge prompt. Mind if I join in? I may get to it this next week. It will depend how much reading I finish this weekend."

Sure, join in! I'd love to discuss it with somebody lol

I just finished Part 1. It's a fast read.

(view spoiler)[I feel for Melinda. She's pretty much disappearing inside herself, and almost everyone (parents, included) picks on her. Her former BFF Rachel treats her like crap. I was bullied in school and it was the worst feeling. I wish Melinda had someone to stand up for her. I wish she could get some therapy to deal with all her pent up feelings.

The end of part one intrigued and terrified me when she describes someone as IT. Obviously that is not a good IT. I will definitely keep reading. I want to know more. I might even see the movie with Kristen Stewart when I'm done reading. (hide spoiler)]

You are definitely using the spoiler tag right. I will share my thoughts ASAP :)

Zeejane (Sara) wrote: "#4 is updated.
Progress-2/2, challenge completed :)"

Well done!! Congrats on finishing the challenge & TY for participating :)

2/3 complete :)

Debra Digs wrote: "Message #6 updated.
2/3"

Wonderful! Keep up the good work :)

18/26 now complete :)

I requested the threads in the buddy read forum. I am starting reading our first book tomorrow or Thursday. The month really just began so we have lots of time :)

The Maze Runner buddy read group would like to continue with the series if possible. So The Scorch Trials in May & The Death Cure in June. Thank you!

Pervinca wrote: "Okay! Maybe we should suggest the second book for may in the Buddy Reads thread then (and the third one for June)? It's my first time buddy reading a series so I don't know how that works"

I can request for May (Book 2) and June (Book 3) :)

Pervinca wrote: "I'm gonna join you as well. Been wanting to read the books since they became popular- i saw the first movie and liked it a lot.
Currently i'm with another buddy read ([book:The Southern Book Club's..."

Hey there. Welcome to the buddy group! I will probably be reading the whole series though I am not sure if anyone else plans to :)

12/20 now complete :)