Katie’s Comments (group member since May 17, 2018)

Katie’s comments from the 2025 Reading Challenge group.

Update to message 1262
Finished:

New total: 2,312

May or may not give this one a go! It wasn't on my TBR but sounds interesting! We'll see how my pile looks for August!

Update to 1262
New total = 2,133

1) Non-fiction, Personal development, Chick Lit
2) Yes

I'd like to nominate Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything by Steven D. Levitt

A short synopsis: Which is more dangerous, a gun or a swimming pool? What do schoolteachers and sumo wrestlers have in common? Why do drug dealers still live with their moms? How much do parents really matter? What kind of impact did Roe v. Wade have on violent crime? Freakonomics will literally redefine the way we view the modern world.

My word: SPARK

1/5 books

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Final update to Message 13.
Final page count total - 410/1,000

Once everything came full circle and was tied back together, I did appreciate the way this was written.
I enjoy the book ending much more that the most recent TV adaptation. I felt that the killer had an actually motive for the murder (view spoiler)[ Whereas in the TV adaptation, the killer is basically bored and on his deathbed, theres really no vengeance, in my opinion, which made the motive in the book more "justified" or "believable" for me (hide spoiler)]
You almost have to admire Hope, in a weird sort of way. He loved Lucy so much he spent years and years trying to avenge her death
Good book 4/5 stars. I don't think I'll be reading many more however. My husband is reading them all at the moment so I might read one or two more, but definitely not all.

Simon wrote: "Ilona wrote: "This part is very strange, but also quite interesting. I really hope that it turns out to have some connection to the first story. It made me realize how little I know about the Mormo..."

I agree this way of revealing the backstory is interesting!
Usually after the crime is solved, the only details about the backstory you know come from the person who solved the crime (like if Holmes was explaining how the clues were put together)
You don't normally get a full-on narrative set during the present time.

Randy wrote: "SarahKat wrote: "Randy wrote: "What just happened? It's like a whole new story just started."

Yeah I didn't like this part at all."

I don't mind it. It just came out of nowhere."

I was definitely caught off guard too!
"Who the heck are these people, now?!"

Well, that was odd!
I figured this section is meant to be a prequel to what happened. I was very confused in the first bit. (view spoiler)[ but once I read "Brother Drebber" as one of the men in the group who found the man and girl, I knew it had some tie-in; most likely backstory (hide spoiler)]
It's interesting the way this is written: how Doyle writes the entire mystery, then does a prequel with the backstory and reasoning behind it afterwards.
I"m interested too see how it plays out.

I"m also curious as to how the rest of the book is going to proceed since it seems that everything is all said and done. Maybe Sherlock will be using the res of the book to explain how he solved it, or a walk-through of the clues.
I'm still disappointed with the lack of development in Watson's character. he still seems to just be along for the ride at this point- which is disappointing. Since the book is written from his perspective, you would think he would be a bit further developed by this point.

(view spoiler)[ The killing of the dog did disturb me a little. I know he was old and bound to die soon anyway, I guess it was a mercy killing in a way. But everyone was so nonchalant about it. it wasn't mentioned again. (hide spoiler)]

I was also intrigued by Holmes' first age toxicology test. Nowadays, things are sent to a lab for extensive testing.

I'd like to nominate A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

Message 13 Update!

1/3 books
123/1,000 pages

Updated Post 1262!

1,813/10,000

Eileen wrote: "I really liked the first chapters :) I liked how Holmes is described, in my mind he was just grumpy and sarcastic but he's much more developped in the book! I also liked the meeting between Watson ..."

I agree with you! I also always assumed Holme's character to be very grumpy - almost like he's annoyed that no one else is as intelligent as he is! But he's actually very funny! Kind of that socially awkward type! Looking foreword to follow his and Watson's development

I just finished Chapter 4 this morning. I'm also surprised how closely the first episode of the TV series followed the first book. I just recently started watching the TV series (my husband is a fan and when he heard I was going to be reading the first book he was excited to show me the series)

(view spoiler)[ I also think Watson's character is very underdeveloped so far versus the show. In the show, Watson is very "quick" with his attitude with Sherlock. He has more of an opinion and is quick to say how he feels or if he doubts him. In the book Watson is very much along for the ride. Not really questioning Sherlock's occupation. He seems to write things off as "normal" without knowing Sherlock for much time at all. Which seems a little unrealistic. (hide spoiler)]

I'll probably be finishing the next section tomorrow or the day after. Its a very quick read which I enjoy.

Can I get added to The Book Thief for this months? =)

BEGINNER LEVEL TASKS
Duration: June 1 - August 31, 2018

COMPLETED 6/23

Summer-Related Tasks
1. Into the Great Wide Open: Read a book that takes place out in the great wide open.
The Giver 7.19.18


2. Get Your Grill On: Read a book that features summer recipes or outdoor summer activities.

3. The Colors of Summer: Read a book that features a yellow, green, or sandy cover.

4. Beach Bum: Read a book that could be considered a "beach read."
Where We Belong
7.25.18

5. Sand Between My Toes: Read a book that takes place in or around a beach/ocean.

6. Ocean Blue: Read a book that takes place on the water.

7. Hook 'Em: Read a book that features fishing or fishermen.

8. Sports-a-holic: Read a book that features a popular summer sport.

9. Campfire Story: Read a book that scares the bejesus out of you.

10. One and Done: Read a book that you can finish in one day.
A Study in Scarlet 6.21.18

Tasks to Stretch Your Comfort Zone
-- Let's Get It On: Read a book that features falling in or out of love.
The Memory Book 8.1.18

-- Take Pride: Read a book written by an LGBTQIA author or that features an LGBTQIA character.

-- Read the World: Read a book that takes place in a country--or focuses on a culture--other than your own.
The Making of Us 8.14.18

-- Diversify Yourself: Read a book by an author of color.
Perfect Is Boring: 10 Things My Crazy, Fierce Mama Taught Me about Beauty, Booty, and Being a Boss 7.14.18

-- You Have a Lovely Accent: Read a book that was translated from another language.

-- Won't Be Long: Read a collection of short stories or essays.

-- Poet at Heart: Read a book of poetry

-- My, What Big Teeth You Have: Read a book that puts a spin on a well-known fairy tale.

-- High Noon: Read a classic or contemporary Western.

-- TBRing It: Read a book from the bottom of your TBR pile.

-- Unshelve It: Read a book that's been sitting on your Goodreads Shelves for a while.

-- Childhood Reboot: Read a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure novel.

-- Listen to Me: Listen to an audiobook

Has anyone else not heard back from their twin??
I haven't heard back from mine yet so if anyone needs a twin, let me know <3