Strange the Dreamer (Strange the Dreamer #1) by Laini Taylor - Restarting December 1st 2021

[Amanda]

End of 32 (view spoiler)[ Sarai and Laszlo belong together. Her being the muse of nightmares and him being strange the dreamer, it is just so symbolic. They belong together so many other levels as well. Both have a need to be seen (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of 41 (view spoiler)[ It's so fitting that they meet and have their date in a dream like this. It is so symbolic in so many ways. That their relationship is one of dreams, but not yet reality. That both of their personalities are wrapped up in dreams or nightmares. That this is a hope, but not yet real. That he is Strange the Dreamer and she the Muse of Nightmares and somehow they fit together, perfect opposites that fit. (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of ch 52 (view spoiler)[ Ugh. I'm totally team Feral and Sparrow. They go together much better in my opinion. Growth and rain. But I guess Feral and Ruby are more opposites. Bleck (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of 57 (view spoiler)[ Oh shit! He's godspawn who isn't blue? Is that why he can see Sarai in dreams? Where IS he from? He could be from anywhere since he was an orphan. Will this remain secret? Obviously Sarai can't understand them.. but I'm betting Lazlo will tell her. I should have seen this coming with the whole orphan storyline. (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of 59 (view spoiler)[ so are the godspawn only blue because they live in the mesathirium? Would Lazlo turn blue if he was up there? Is that why he was obsessed with weep? Bc he came from there? (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of 62 (view spoiler)[ oh no. Oh no no no no noooo. (hide spoiler)]

[Amanda]

End of 64 (view spoiler)[ wow. What a plot twist.. Oh my God. I mean I saw this coming the last few chapters, but I could have never guessed this from the beginning. (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

13.2%
(view spoiler)[I can’t believe that Lazlo found the way to make gold. Also, I have a feeling that Lazlo will end up going to Weep" (hide spoiler)]

22.49%
(view spoiler)[I am so glad that Lazlo is going to Weep. He was so brave to speak up especially so because he spoke in the Unseen language. Secretary is the perfect job for him. I can’t wait to hear what the oldest story in the world is but I predict that he will be correct. (hide spoiler)]
30.3%
(view spoiler)["I had a feeling that Lazlo would win. I believe that this is the most money he will ever have. I’m glad that Calixte convinces him to put a theory in the book. Sarah’s power is so interesting although I wish she uses it for good. The argument about hate was quite interesting (hide spoiler)]

38.85%
(view spoiler)["I hope that Sarai and the others who live in the citadel will survive. It also doesn’t seem possible for it to being taken down. I’m happy that Lazlo feels like he has found a home (hide spoiler)]

64.31%
(view spoiler)[I’m happy that neither of the groups had to die yet. I loved reading the fight scenes and Lazlo’s dreams."I can’t believe that Sarai can only be seen in Lazlo’s dreams. I’m also wondering why Lazlo’s spirit is the only one that worked for Azoth. (hide spoiler)]

Finished
(view spoiler)[ I can't believe that Lazlo is a God (hide spoiler)]

[— Massiel]

62% - (view spoiler)[OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!! (hide spoiler)]

[— Massiel]

finished - (view spoiler)[OMG OMG OMG OMG it never cross my mind Lazlo is a God, I mean I was super suspicious about the metals things but it never cross my freaking mind he was a God! OMG!

to be honest I'm glad Sarai is the one dead, it broke my heart but it would break more if it was Sparrow or Ruby dead's, it didn't surprise me that Minya hold captive Sarai, even tho at first she was going to save her now that Lazlo is on the picture she will keep Sarai hostage to make Lazlo cooperate with everything.

so many things happens in so little time, I took my time reading this book -like any Laini's book- but damn, I love this one more than Daughter of Smoke & Bones.

please Laini make this a happy ending <3. I seriously don't know what the fuck will happen in the second book. Also I'm always shocked how unique Laini do all the kiss scenes, they are so perfect. (hide spoiler)]

[Sarah Elizabeth]

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Date changed. Restarting August 24th 2019. Happy Reading ☺

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[Maddie]

I'm not going to be getting to this this month XD I'm sorry!

[Lizz (Beer, Books and Boos)]

Maddison wrote: "I'm not going to be getting to this this month XD I'm sorry!"

That is okay

[Maddie]

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[Lizz (Beer, Books and Boos)]

I will try to pick this up again

[Anna 'Bookbuyer']

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Date changed. Restarting May 17th 2020. Happy Reading ☺

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[Autumn]

Part 1
(view spoiler)[Taylor’s writing is so beautiful and intricate. I can’t wait to see how the story unfolds. I REALLY hate Thyron, and how he is taking all the credit Lazlo has put in. Can’t wait for Lazlo to show him up when there is a dire situation. (hide spoiler)]

[Autumn]

Part 2
(view spoiler)[Oh wow, so the Godspawn children are in the citadel, trying to not let anyone know they survived. Godslayer returned, and needs help to take down said citadel. I really like how they built up the anticipation, and can’t wait to see when Lazlo goes asleep and possibly encounters Sarai. Because you know that's gonna happen. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Can I join? I think I will be able to start reading this book tmo

[[deleted user]]

I'm starting it today.

@Shreya sure!

[Autumn]

Part 3 - finished
(view spoiler)[I KNEW Lazlo was important in some way. I mean, the whole orphan not knowing his parents' thing leaves it wiiiiiide open. Sarai’s demise was unpredictable and tragic. This book feels like something you would read in a mythological book. I am so ready to dive into the sequel. (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Autumn wrote: "Part 1
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(view spoiler)[ I hate Thyon too!! I was so angry when he was showing himself with Lazlo's work. I'm not sure yet what to expect from this book, the story is still a little bit confusing to me, but I also loooove Laini Taylor's writing and I hope I like this series as much as I like Daughter of Smoke and Bone. (hide spoiler)]

[Autumn]

Tayane wrote: "[spoilers removed]"

(view spoiler)[ Yeah, the POV is so weird to get used to! Just know that Sarai's POV is present, not in the past. That helped me tremendously. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Chapter 2
(view spoiler)[My life goal is to read as much as Lazlo does. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Tayane wrote: "Autumn wrote: "Part 1
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Part 1
(view spoiler)[I have never hated a character so much so fast as Thyon! The beginning of the story was also a little confusing for me but I think it is starting to make a little more sense now. I was so happy when Lazlo started speaking there language. He should have just talked to them when Thyon was. (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Chapter 20

(view spoiler)[ So the Godslayer is Sarai's father! I didn't see that coming :o (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Shreya wrote: "Chapter 2
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Me too hahaha

[[deleted user]]

Shreya wrote: "Tayane wrote: "Autumn wrote: "Part 1
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[spoilers removed]"

Part 1
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(view spoiler)[ He's so annoying!!! I'm more into the story now and very curious to know where it's all going to lead. (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Chapter 35

(view spoiler)[ Minya is so thirsty for revenge, but I don't blame her, she's the only one of them who remembers what they went through. She's also kind of scary in that child's body.

I'm enjoying the story so far, but it's kind of a more slower read because there's not a lot of action. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Autumn wrote: "Part 2
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(view spoiler)[Lazlo and Sarai haven't even met yet and I am shipping them. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Part 2
(view spoiler)[I am really interested in seeing where this goes. The setup has been done really well. I can't wait to see what happens. The reason for the names of the books is also interesting. Lazlo seems to be one of the main characters and one of his nicknames is Strange the Dreamer. Sarai's nickname is Muse of Nightmares which happens to be the name of the second book. My guess is that she is will be primary character is that one even though both perspectives are probably going to be followed. (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Chapter 39

(view spoiler)[ I know Sarai showing herself to them was necessary to shake things up a bit in the story, but now they all gonna have so much trouble! (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Shreya wrote: "Part 2
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(view spoiler)[ Sarai is definetely a main character as well. And I love those nicknames! (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Tayane wrote: "Chapter 35

Minya is so thirsty for revenge, but I don't blame her, she's the only one of them who remembers what they went through. She's also kind of scary in that child's body.

I'm enjoying t..."

(view spoiler)[Yeah I agree. The story has slowed down a little. I can't wait for some more action and when they realize that there are still godspawn. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Part 3
(view spoiler)[They finally know there are still godspawn! I really hope they will find a way to work together instead of fighting each other. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Chapter 60
(view spoiler)[Omggg Lazlo is also part godspawn. My theory is that he is the child of one of the children the gods created with the people of Weep. Since he wouldn't half god the power wouldn't be as strong in him which explains why his skin only turns gay on contact instead of being blue all the time. (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Finished
(view spoiler)[I was not seeing that ending coming. I can not believe that Sarai died. It's so sad. I can't wait to read the next book! (hide spoiler)]

[Blue Butterfly]

Autumn wrote: "Part 3 - finished
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(view spoiler)[I want to know Lazlo's real backstory now more then ever. Whyyyyy did Sarai have to die? It's so sad. I really wanted her to be happy with Lazlo. (hide spoiler)]

[Dannii]

I'm sorry I'm so late for this but I'll be starting later tonight or tomorrow and will catch up with all your thoughts. This is one of my favourite books so I'm excited to reread.

[[deleted user]]

Finished!

(view spoiler)[ Lazlo being a godspawn as well was something that crossed my mind, but now I need answers to how did he change his skin color when he was a baby. I also can't believe Sarai is dead and Minya is controlling her ghost! I understand her terrors and why she is so full of anger and desire for revenge, but she's so cruel and only accepts her own opinions on everything. I'm excited to read the next book!! (hide spoiler)]

[[deleted user]]

Shreya wrote: "Finished
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(view spoiler)[ This part was basically the beginning of the book, but I thought it was Isagol, turns out it was actually Sarai and it's so sad :'( (hide spoiler)]

[Dannii]

I'm so late, but restarting this one, now :)

[Dannii]

First quarter - (view spoiler)[Lazlo is my sweet angel and needs protecting at all costs. Honestly, Taylor could write a scene of him sitting and staring into space and I would find it the most adorable thing I have ever witnessed! There is something about his soft boy, dreamy self that enchants me so much.

I loved seeing him come into his own and bond with the other travellers. I'm also glad to see Thyon experience not being the centre of everyone's attention the closer they get to Weep. (hide spoiler)]

[Dannii]

Autumn wrote: "Part 1
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Isn't she just the most beautiful of writers!!

[Dannii]

Shreya wrote: "Chapter 2
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Phaha! I loved this! And also can totally relate.

[Dannii]

Tayane wrote: "Chapter 20

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Such a great twist!

[Dannii]

Second quarter - (view spoiler)[These poor, blue children! I feel so sorry for them, even the spiky Minya. Being stuck in the clouds with only each other and a handful of ghosts for company throughout their entire childhood must have been no fun! One of the paragraphs which really highlighted this was when Sarai was recalling a past game they made for if their ability was to pull something out of their dreams, like another past godspawn. Each of their desires was so simple, such as seeds or a doll, and yet also showed so much about each of their personalities.

I didn't manage to finish the book this month but have loved being back in this world. (hide spoiler)]

[Saar The Book owl]

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Date changed. Restarting October 24th 2020. Happy Reading ☺

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[Nadine]

Chapter 2 - (view spoiler)[ There were some terms I didn't understand, but so far, so good! I'm really curious about Lazko and the blue girl. 👀 (hide spoiler)]

This week is my midterms week huhu. I'll still try to read a bit!

[Rachida]

Goodluck on your midterms! I’m starting later today😊