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reiddecillia

Joined June 2019

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Gone Girl | Gillian Flynn
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Holy, was this book ever a trip. I constantly felt suspense at the twists that this book presents at you in the first act. The second act turns into a police thriller, where you feel a constant sense of dread and frustration, knowing Nick is right, but is he morally right?? And the third act, although ending the book well, makes you feel so helpless. Really glad I picked this up with my Audible credit.

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This Audiobook was truly something else. So much so that I was compelled to sit through all 700 pages again. I‘ll tell you right now that I was not disappointed. Going in to this my expectations were low, maybe a good narrator, but I was surprised to see that every character in the book had a dedicated voice actor. The book used convincing sound effects and a HAL-sounding AIDAN. Sometimes you could feel the emotion these characters were having!

Cfischbuch I might have to give this a listen. You have made it sound amazing. 4y
MrsBabki You sold me! 4y
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Nine | Zach Hines
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This book is a bit on the fence for me. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique plot device and setting of Nine, but it was lacking in a few areas, mainly being, backstory. The book places us right into this world, which is fine, but at no point is it explained how this world came to be, it‘s only hinted at. Other than that and a few plot holes, this book did keep me reading for about a month. There‘s really no need for a sequel, but a prequel fits well.

MrsBabki Well thought out response. I like how I you think. I wondered about reading this one - I might skip it. 4y
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Zeroes | Scott Westerfeld, Margo Lanagan, Deborah Biancotti
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Honestly- this book was not very good (for me). The book had very little action and Too. Much. Dialogue. Of course this is my opinion but very rarely was I excited to turn the page. The book does have a sort-of interesting plot but verges more on the realistic fiction side than the dystopian future side. I do want to give regard to the two action scenes that were actually exciting. For me I would rate this book a 3/10, but this is my opinion.

MrsBabki I value your opinion! I think you have great insights - I love how you think! 4y
Cfischbuch Was it just lack of energetic pacing (plot) or were the characters lacking personality (where you just don‘t feel invested in them)? 4y
reiddecillia @Cfischbuch the characters in this book were well made, but the book focused almost too much on character development, and left no room for plot development. Paired with the fact that the book is really long, it just made for a boring book. (edited) 4y
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Skyward | Brandon Sanderson
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This book was honestly the pinnacle of sci-fi, up there with Illuminae on my favourite books. Though it isn‘t hardcore sci-fi like Illuminae, it would be something like a “lost” sci-fi. The book takes place on a cavern filled planet where our characters were stranded years ago after an attack from an alien species. They must constantly fend off attacks from the “Krell” and untangle the past - before they crashed. 9.5/10 would recommend too anyone.

Cfischbuch The sequel is in stores now! Hello Chapters Night. Hint. Hint. 4y
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Nyxia Uprising | Scott Reintgen
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I recently finished reading Nyxia Unleashed and it was the conclusion I‘ve always wanted for this series. The book wraps up as we see our heroes descend to Earth after their final battle with Babel. The ending to this series was the best and tidy wrap-up us fans needed, with the right amount of mystery and the thought of the unknown to keep us thinking, even after we‘ve read the last word. I would 8/10 recommend this series to any sci-fi lover.

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The Composer Is Dead | Lemony Snicket
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A short read but a great one! I‘ve always been a fan of lemony and this book just adds to my eternal love for him :P. I really enjoyed the orchestral music that went along with this, it added a whole new layer to what would be a simple picture book! Super excited to go meet Lemony Snicket in real life!

MrsBabki Ahhhhhh! I need you to pick something of his for me to read before October 2! 5y
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Renegades | Marissa Meyer
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I love the cover for this book! It suits the futuristic tone of the book so well! And the sentinels suit on the left? Love it! How‘s the book going you ask? Great! Read it! (I‘m realizing as I proof read this how hyper I sound)

Cfischbuch I think I was kinda that way too! It was really, really good! 5y
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Renegades | Marissa Meyer

Hey litsiers! (Is that what we call ourselves???) Sorry for being inactive lately, but do not fear fellow litsiers (I'm going with that now) for I have been reading over the summer! I've finished a lot of great reads, such as Nyxia Unleashed and Steelheart! Sticking with this superpowers theme, I'm reading Renegades, which is going a bit slow, but I'll let y'all know how it went when I finish!

LibrarianRyan Very cool. Most people use Littens. But hey what ever works. 5y
creampiss Littens (edited) 5y
Cfischbuch Thanks for the update. 5y
Aiden_L You spelled listeners wrong buddy, now I have to send you to the shadow realm 5y
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I thought he was done. I thought that after Never Say Die we would say our final goodbyes to Alex and move on. Nope! I was wrong!

LibrarianRyan yep. Took a while, but Horowitz decided to write more. 5y
Cfischbuch I loved these short stories. Thought you would too. 5y
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Nyxia | Scott Reintgen

Done Nyxia! What a great read! Loved the sci fi atmosphere with the element of competition! No time for a break though, my stack beside my bed keeps growing.

MrsBabki Did you not find the competition long and drawn out? 5y
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Aurora Rising | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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Ah, the joy of new books.

Cfischbuch Great picks! 5y
Eggs Welcome to Litsy 🤗🎈 5y
StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego Welcome to Litsy 💖📖💖 5y
MrsBabki You pick the most intriguing books! 5y
Gretajahn Hey ried 5y
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Nyxia | Scott Reintgen
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Comment which book you think I should read next!

LibrarianRyan Nyxia Because the series is complete, and Skyward does not even have the second book out yet. 5y
TheLibrarian I agree with @LibrarianRyan about Nyxia. 5y
Cfischbuch I vote Nyxia. 5y
reiddecillia Looks like I'm reading nyxia! Just from the cover I can tell this is going to be an epic read! Thanks to everyone who voted! 5y
MrsBabki Are done already? Maybe I should take on Nyxia - race you? 5y
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Obsidio | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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Finished! And wow what a great wrap up to the series! Can't wait for the movie in a couple years!

Cfischbuch So satisfying, yet sad that it‘s over. 5y
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Obsidio | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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Warning: This moment will give you chills

julesG Oooooh, it is soooooo gooooooood. 5y
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Obsidio | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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MrsBabki Love what you pick to share! 5y
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Illuminae | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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Summary: After the colony of Kerenza IV is attacked by a BeiTech, tech genius Kady Grant, and ex-boyfriend Ezra Mason are stranded aboard two different escape ships, science vessel Hypatia, and UTA dreadnought Alexander. Pursued by BeiTech warship Lincoln, it's a frantic race to Jump Station Heimdall, a journey no one is sure they can make. This review is original and in my own words.

Cfischbuch It truly is a page turner. Full of action, suspense and intrigue. I hope your summary / review tempts other readers. 5y
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Illuminae | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
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I would like to introduce you to the first book in the Illuminae series, Illuminae. This book is written in the style of text messages, documents, transcripts, and everyone's favourite murderous artificial intelligence , AIDEN. This book is so amazing and I very highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a great read! Don't let the thickness of this book turn you away, you'll be missing out! Going to give a summary in a separatepost read it!

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Yesssss

MrsBabki Ahhh, I haven‘t taken this on. I need to! (edited) 5y
LibrarianRyan Yeahhhh. Love it 5y
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The Hunger Games Trilogy | Suzanne Collins

Did y'all here about the hunger games prequel? My guess is it's going to be about the dark days of Panem. What do you think?

Cfischbuch Is this true?? A prequel?? I can‘t wait!!!!! 5y
MrsBabki What - no? Are you speaking the truth? 5y
RaimeyGallant Cool! And welcome to Litsy! #LitsyWelcomeWagon Some of us put together Litsy tips to help new Littens navigate the site. It's the link in my bio on my page in case you need it. Or if you prefer how-to videos, @chelleo put some together at the link in her bio. @LitsyWelcomeWagon 5y
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Obsidio | Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff

Got my notification from the public library that the final book of the Illuminae Files series, Obsidio, is ready for me to pick it up! I'm so excited to finish this amazing trilogy!

Cfischbuch They beat me to it, we just got our copy in. I agree it‘s an amazing series. 5y
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