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What Are You Reading? 2015
Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading 
?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colleen Hoover posted something about it on Facebook.
I read s..."
Is it really a reimagining if the story line is exactly the same and you just change the names of the characters?
Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colleen Hoover posted something about it on Faceb..."
Exactly!!
Laura wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colleen Hoover posted something ab..."
Next month E.L. James will release a "reimagining" of the classic series 50 Shades of Grey. Ana will now be a shy college student guy named Alex and Christian will be a dominant female CEO named Christine.
Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbidly curious abou..."
I have to admit I only got about a third of the way into the first Twilight book because of this exact reason, that plus Meyer's horribly juvenile and cliched writing was just too much for me to overcome
Apart from the whole money-grabbing thing - which really if people are obsessed enough to pay that much of course she's going to take advantage - my issue from a writer's perspective is that releasing this 'reimagining' that's apparently the exact same story from a reverse gender perspective makes it look as though she's not happy with her original story ...even though I hated it, millions of people loved Twilight, she should be proud of it and let it stand as it is...if she wants to muck around with different characters and genders why not just write a novella like so many other authors do and at least come up with a new plot line
Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colleen Hoover poste..."
That's not actually happening is it? Please tell me you're taking the piss!
Laura wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Collee..."
I can think of a few but not many.
Ash wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbid..."
I wish she would have done someting different like release Midnight Sun or something other than this. Its getting slammed and not in a good way LOL, I would say people are buying it up but Ive only seen a few that actually say "verified Purchase" on the Amazon reviews. So I'm guessing its getting passed around ...
I think had she wrote a novella or something different like she did with the novella of
I mean this was just out of nowhere but it was still an ok read. Anyhoo had she done something like this I would have bought it no question but seeing as its just "Fan Fic" as most reviews are saying it is Im not going to bother.I liked Twilight it got me back into reading so I can thank her for that and I didnt mind the story it wasnt so bad Ive read worse. (even the unhealthy relationship)
YAY for me I finally finished
I gave it 3 stars. Its not a bad story but it does drag and I found that once you learn about a character thats it they have nothing more to offer. Besides Jesper you do learn more about him but he is the only one and the Audio seriously did NOT need SEVEN Narrators!
Now I think Im starting
or
Finished
4 stars. I actually liked this one much better than the first 3. Something about this MC...really makes it fascinating. Maxon was too perfect IMO, and America was sometimes an idiot. I really like Eadalyn, even though she's a spoiled brat. I also see her viewpoint,and I love that she realizes just how ridiculous the whole Selection is!Next up is
I'm reading Sean Griswold's Head right now. It's a fun read
Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbidly curious abou..."
Unfortunately there's a lot of unhealthy relationships in books being written these days:( I agree with you that this was all about money.
I have got all of the Twilight books and I have read them all, I did this when they first came out and I did enjoy them but no way in hell would I be reading this book, I couldn't quite believe it when reading she had done this. I agree with everyone else. Start something new
I heard about this book yesterday and I am not sure if I am going to read it or not. I am curious but when it's exactly the same story then I wouldn't want to read it. I would prefer to re-read the original twilight instead of this one.I think it's a pity that she didn't write The host 2 or finish up midnight sun. I would have definitly bought either of those instead of this reimagining
Liv wrote: "I heard about this book yesterday and I am not sure if I am going to read it or not. I am curious but when it's exactly the same story then I wouldn't want to read it. I would prefer to re-read the..."From what I understand Host 2 is still being written or has that changed now?
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and I liked it enough. I thought it was a bit confusing at times. I would give it 3.5. Going to read the novella
today. Then I have to start
Just finished
which I loved so much more than Siege and Storm, and am about to start (or really continue as I have already read the first six chapters)
. And I'm still reading/rereading
and
bit by bit between books.
Brooke wrote: "Despite all the hype about the new S. Meyer book, I will probably get a copy. I saw it in the store yesterday, but couldn't bring myself to pay full price. I think I'll wait until I see a copy in t..."Yeah, I pretty much had the same experience with those books, I'm getting the flip book, today actually, I'll be interested to see if the whole gender bent thing will change my opinion in any way.
Lyn wrote: "From what I understand Host 2 is still being written or has that changed now? .."I hope it's still being written. But it's been so long now without new information about it.
I just hoped it would be her next printed book. I am disappointed that she didn't finish that up before she rewrote twilight...
Liv wrote: "Lyn wrote: "From what I understand Host 2 is still being written or has that changed now? .."I hope it's still being written. But it's been so long now without new information about it.
I just h..."
I really hope its being written too cos I loved The Host. It really has been a long time sine The Host was released...Fingers crossed its still being written
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Unless she took some writing classses, i'm doubtful. And everyone says it's the same story line. So there's that.
I am reading
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Brooke wrote: "Despite all the hype about the new S. Meyer book, I will probably get a copy. I saw it in the store yesterday, but couldn't bring myself to pay full price. I think I'll wait until I see a copy in t..."I loved the Twilight series just the way it was which is why I'm not feeling the whole gender bender thing. This Twilight Reimagined is Amazon's #1 book right now which as a reader surprises me. Why do people want to pay $13 for something they've basically already read when there are like a million other books out there at a much better price point that you haven't read?
I've started
and am seriously liking it. It's so different - kinda like
meets vampires, but a little more flushed out. Very good so far.
Ash wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colle..."
Haha no it's not happening (I don't think). I'm assuming you're an Aussie from the "taking the piss" phrase.
Donna wrote: "I've started and am seriously liking it. It's so different - kinda like meets vampires, but a little more flushed out. V..."Love that book Donna! Didn't love book 2 so I haven't continued the series but book 4 is about Criminy and Tish again so I gotta read them just for that.
Lyn wrote: "Liv wrote: "Lyn wrote: "From what I understand Host 2 is still being written or has that changed now? .."I hope it's still being written. But it's been so long now without new information about i..."
I didn't mind the Host. Her writting is not the best, but I enjoyed the storyline. The movie wasn't too bad either. If she wrote The Host 2 I'd probably give it a go.
Nicole wrote: "Lyn wrote: "Liv wrote: "Lyn wrote: "From what I understand Host 2 is still being written or has that changed now? .."I hope it's still being written. But it's been so long now without new informa..."
Agree I liked the Host. Dont really think it needs a sequel but Ehh I'd read it. I think they did a pretty great job with the movie adaption and obviously they are making a Host 2 movie so Im sure thats why she is writing another book.
Donna wrote: "I've started and am seriously liking it. It's so different - kinda like meets vampires, but a little more flushed out. V..."I enjoyed book 1 of Wicked as They Come. The other books I did not care for. I am looking forward to book 4.
Ok You fans of
Uhhm No just NO! It started out good enough and then turned to crap! It was so freakin predictable I knew what was going to happen before it happened. It was all so obvious and all that Drama over what? They knew each other like a minute minus the sex. Meh I wont be reading any more in this series.On a good note I just pre ordered my Audio of
so Im a happy camper.Now Im going to start
MadameZelda wrote: "Donna wrote: "I've started and am seriously liking it. It's so different - kinda like meets vampires, but a little more ..."Really liked Blud!! I havent read any further though. I have the Novellas and the other books on my list but havent moved forward I think because they books are of other characters/new people? Didnt realize there was another book coming out that is with Tish and Criminy
Laura wrote: "Ash wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit..."
Laura I completely agree with everything you said. I would buy The Host 2 or Mdnight Sun but let's leave Twilight alone and leave it be. It made her very successful. Lol, it's a far cry from being a "classic" next we'll call Miley Cyrus a "legend" bahahahaha
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rereading
. I am so pysched from Winter. Only a month to go until it releases.
Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Donna wrote: "I've started and am seriously liking it. It's so different - kinda like meets vampires, but a little more ..."So far it's great. I will definitely read the others, even though it seems like it's not as good.
Nicole D. wrote: "rereading. I am so pysched from Winter. Only a month to go until it releases."YES!!! So excited for the release! I've been re-listening to the IAD, getting myself psyched for
. Cannot wait!
Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Oh I will definitely need to check this out :D well scratch that then :/ I guess I won't need to check it out, sigh.. What a letdown.
MadameZelda wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbidly curious about this book. Which is stran..."
LOL! Agreed MadameZelda that's a bit much. But, sigh, that's been my qualm with ebook prices in general. I honestly can't see how they can charge more than $5 for an ebook. Period.
Teresa wrote: "Belkis wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Belkis wrote: "I just finished 
for our weekly reading challenge #40 and it was very good. Not sure what I'm starting next."Was it as g..."
I hear you Teresa :) my tbr is crazy long!
Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbidly curious about this book. Which is stran..."
Bwahahahaha! Oh Ash, that was awesome!
Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit I am morbidly curious abou..."
OMG this discussion is HILARIOUS!! Gah I've missed this chatter LOL! Been crazy with work and my brother is terribly ill so haven't been able to come on here for a day or 2 but this is fantastic. I feel like I need popcorn bwahahahaha!
Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Laura wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"Hrmm I didnt even know about this book till Colleen Hoover poste..."
BWAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! OH Oh that was it right there Nicole, flipping awesome!
Laura wrote: "Ash wrote: "Nicole wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Ash wrote: "Rebecca ♥ Matrim, Kishan, Warner ♥ wrote: "Teresa wrote: "Anyone reading ?"I'll admit..."
Agreed Laura. I actually loved Twilight :) yeah I know, LOL! But I read it when it came out along with my 2 daughters and sisters and we had a blast! And we went together to see the movies :D so it was a whole "girl" moment for us and all. So I'd honestly be buying and reading this new book if like Laura points out, was something new. That would add a new angle or story to the existing one, but a retelling? Just rehashing the same story, um no. I would've LOVED LOVED it if she just finished and released Midnight Sun! That would be great.
Laura wrote: "YAY for me I finally finished I gave it 3 stars. Its not a bad story but it does drag and I found that once you learn about a character thats it they have nothing ..."Uh, that sucks :$ oh well I do have the audio and was so excited over the promise of this story that I will probably read it, I just won't rush to get to it. Thanks Laura.
Laura wrote: "Now I think Im starting or
"Oh I loved SLA Laura. I'm really looking forward to book 2. Let me know how you like PS if you end up getting to it soon. I have it in my kindle and very much want to read it. Looks like a fantastic story.
Liv wrote: "I heard about this book yesterday and I am not sure if I am going to read it or not. I am curious but when it's exactly the same story then I wouldn't want to read it. I would prefer to re-read the..."Yes most definitely Liv. SM could've made much better use of her time and effort for sure.
I haven't had the time or peace of mind to read anything much these past couple of days so I'm still trying to get into
and
but can't really seem to focus so they're just on hold for the most part.
Brooke wrote: "Despite all the hype about the new S. Meyer book, I will probably get a copy. I saw it in the store yesterday, but couldn't bring myself to pay full price. I think I'll wait until I see a copy in t..."Me too Brooke :)
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I'll admit I am morbidly curious about this book. Wh..."
My issue with Bella wasn't around the "damsel in distress" it was more around the unhealthy relationship with Edward. She meets a guy and suddenly he literally becomes her whole world. I mean she becomes catatonic after a guy whom she'd known for a couple of months broke up with her (she was catatonic for longer then the actual relationship). Regardless of gender that's not healthy.
The whole wanting to prove Bella wasn't a damsel in distress explaination is just bull anyway. Lets face it the real reason she released the book was for more money.