![]() Silas Coade on a mission to search for the elusive Edifice. Basically, each time something terrible happens to end the expedition, but we always find ourselves in another time through the eyes of another incarnation of Dr. ![]() Without skipping a beat though, readers next find Silas on a steamship, and next a dirigible, and finally on a spaceship. When disaster strikes, the Demeter meets the same fate as others ships that have attempted this doomed quest. Sailing on the Demeter, he first describes a treacherous journey through the icy narrow passages of the Norwegian straits as the expedition seeks a mysterious construct known as the Edifice. Silas Coade, a young assistant surgeon is at the head of all three narratives. What does a sailing ship off the coast of Norway in the 1800s, a exploration zeppelin in the Antarctic in the 1900s, and a space ship seeking alien life in the far flung future all have in common?įor one, Dr. The book’s synopsis teased a sci-fi adventure across time and space, inviting readers to figure out a grand mystery. ![]() I had the worst time with the first book I ever read by him (the title of which I can’t even remember anymore, it was that lackluster) so ever since then I’ve stayed far away.īut something about Eversion spoke to me. I confess, I haven’t had the best luck with Alastair Reynolds. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. I received a review copy from the publisher. ![]() Book Review: Eversion by Alastair Reynolds ![]()
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![]() ![]() There are specific channels for the monthly selections as well. Feel free to discuss anything in that server. We have started a Discord server for additional discussion. If you believe your post was removed in error, please contact the mods! Each book is read over the course of a month, typically with one or two check-ins each week posted by a mod.Ĭan I post about other books? Most activity is for books selected (by vote) for the current month, but you can post about any previous selection anytime.ĭon't post about other topics until you read the FAQ if you post about a random book we delete your post. Discussion schedules are posted shortly thereafter. Winners are posted a week or so before the end of the month. ![]() The book with the most upvotes is selected for the next month's read. Anyone can suggest a book to read (you DON'T have to lead the discussions if you suggest a book - the mods will do that!). How do we pick books? About halfway through each month, we create a thread for suggestions for the next month's read. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Penelope: The Cunning Queen Penelope and the Suitors by John William Waterhouse, 1912, via Wikimedia Commons ![]() Penelope is often referred to as ‘wise’, ‘noble’, ‘prudent’ and ‘loyal’, demonstrating her virtuous character. ![]() The differentiation between female characters can also be observed through their epithets - repeated adjectives or phrases used to exemplify a character’s personality. In this sense, Penelope served as a symbol of the ideal wife in ancient Greek culture and is revered for her virtuous qualities and unwavering devotion to her husband.Ī true example of unwavering fidelity, she is established in direct contrast with other Homeric women like the treacherous Helen of Troy and deviant seductresses such as Calypso and Circe. Her unwavering faithfulness to Odysseus is a key factor in his eventual return home to reclaim his throne, and she is celebrated for her wisdom, strength, and moral integrity. Queen of Ithaca and wife of Odysseus, Penelope awaited her husband’s return for twenty years, devising clever schemes to avoid remarriage. Penelope has become enshrined within literature as the paradigm of the dutiful and devoted wife, the epitome of ‘moral goodness’. Penelope: The Stereotypical Loyal Wife of the Odyssey Penelope being awakened by Euryclea, Angela Kauffman, 1773, via Britannica ![]() ![]() ![]() "A secret-stacked, thrilling series opener." - Publishers Weekly, starred review *Winter 2018-2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick* Praise for Greystone Secrets #1: The Strangers The second book in the Greystone Secrets series, The Deceivers, by bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix, continues the twisty and suspenseful story of the Greystone kids and examines the power of the truth-or a lie-to alter lives, society, and even an entire reality. What if she's gotten so used to lying she no longer knows what to believe? With everything spiraling out of control, Finn has to pretend he's okay.Īnd for Natalie, the lies of the other world include some she wishes were actually true. Despite all her brains, Emma can't seem to break the code. ![]() To do so, they have to go back: into the other world, where even telling the truth can be illegal.īut in such a terrifying place, Chess doubts he can ever be brave enough. ![]() Now the four kids-brave Chess, smart Emma, kind Finn, and savvy Natalie-are determined to rescue everyone. Their mother tried to fix it, but she and an ally got trapped there along with Ms. It's a mirror image, except things are wrong. Until their mother vanished, the Greystone kids-Chess, Emma, and Finn-knew nothing about the other world.Įverything is different there. The second book in the Greystone Secrets series from the master of plot twists, Margaret Peterson Haddix-perfect for fans of A Wrinkle in Time and The City of Ember, now available in paperback! ![]() ![]() His young cousin has become a worthless rake, several housemaids have gone missing, and then there is Emma, who is clearly not the naïve debutante she pretends to be. Recently returned to England after a long absence, Samuel finds his family in chaos amid disquieting rumors floating about town. Samuel Fitzroy, Marquess of Lymington, is no easy mark, and Emma fears he may see through both her disguise and her feigned indifference to his seductive charm. Emma has been tasked with uncovering secrets at the Lymington family's country estate?the scene of a rash of mysterious disappearances. Yet as Emma Downing knows, far worse perils often lurk within the lavish homes of high society. In London's brothels and bawdy houses, sin and scandal run rampant. In the heart of Mayfair lies the Clifford Charity School for Wayward Girls, where a secret society of extraordinary young women conspire to bring England's wickedest aristocrats to justice. ![]() ![]() They also include what to do if you make a mistake, and some tips-and-tricks for those who identify outside of the binary to keep themselves safe in this binary-centric world. From Amazon: Archie, a snarky genderqueer artist, is tired of people not understanding gender neutral pronouns. by Archie Bongiovanni and Tristan Jimerson. The longtime best friends team up in this short and fun comic guide that explains what pronouns are, why they matter, and how to use them. A Quick and Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns. Tristan, a cisgender dude, is looking for an easy way to introduce gender neutral pronouns to his increasingly diverse workplace. ![]() "A great, simple look at the importance of using correct pronouns extremely accessible to those for whom gender-neutral language is a new concept." –– School Library Journal (starred review)Īrchie, a snarky genderqueer artist, is tired of people not understanding gender neutral pronouns. A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns By Archie Bongiovanni and Tristan Jimerson Illustrated by: Archie Bongiovanni. A quick, easy and important educational comic guide to using gender-neutral pronouns. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Narrator does an amazing job and is an absolute joy to listen to. I got this as an audiobook from .Īudiobook Quality (5/5): I really enjoy listening to this series on audiobook. ![]() ![]() Series Info/Source: This is the second book in the Arc of a Scythe series. Or will it simply watch as this perfect world begins to unravel?” Old foes and new enemies converge, and as corruption within the Scythedom spreads, Rowan and Citra begin to lose hope. His story is told in whispers across the continent.Īs Scythe Anastasia, Citra gleans with compassion and openly challenges the ideals of the “new order.” But when her life is threatened and her methods questioned, it becomes clear that not everyone is open to the change. Since then, he has become an urban legend, a vigilante snuffing out corrupt scythes in a trial by fire. A year has passed since Rowan had gone off grid. “The Thunderhead is the perfect ruler of a perfect world, but it has no control over the scythedom. Stand Alone or Series: 2nd book in the Arc of a Scythe series ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() I thought it was going to be a road trip/buddy story that took the reader on the actual Lincoln Highway where I assumed we would visit plenty of small towns on the journey, meet interesting and quirky people and get to the final destination in a big, grand finale kind of way. What’s the Story Aboutįirst, I do think calling this novel The Lincoln Highway is a bit misleading. If you’ve read the book and would like to talk all things spoilers-head over to my discussion about the ending here. ![]() I go back and forth about what I think overall so here’s my attempt to digest it for you. This story is not what I expected in the slightest, which made for both an enlightening reading experience but also a bit of a confusing one as well. I felt everything from intrigue to boredom at times to absolute shock. Still, I’ve seen so much praise but also plenty of negative reviews too so I was quite curious to read the story for myself.Īnd whew, I have so many thoughts. I was also unsure of the story-18-year-old men on a road trip throughout the U.S. I’ve actually owned The Lincoln Highway for months but the size is daunting (588 pages). ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() It would have been wiser and more prudent to make such a call privately. This is why it was unwise for Australia to slap China in the face publicly by calling for an international inquiry on China and COVID-19. That happened only because Australia became, functionally, an economic province of China: In 2018-2019, 33 percent of its exports went to China, whereas only 5 percent went to the United States. Australians have been proud of their remarkable three decades of recession-free growth. Its economy is highly dependent on China. The big strategic game in Asia isn’t military but economic.Īustralia is the most vulnerable. Second, and more fundamentally, they are in the wrong game. Unfortunately, the Quad will not alter the course of Asian history for two simple reasons: First, the four countries have different geopolitical interests and vulnerabilities. And it’s equally legitimate for them to hedge by cooperating in the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, informally known as the Quad. It will be uncomfortable living with a more powerful China. Australia, India, Japan, and the United States have perfectly legitimate concerns about China. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Invergordon academy maths department, Affinity credit, Brignoles carte et plan. ![]() We’re celebrating the announcement in the Salvation Society Reader Hangout, and I want you to join us! There will be loads of information to come, including release information for all of the books and I don’t want you to miss out. Ilion obamacare news, Adam layne university of oregon, 89 supra mpg. Keyem steel, Routnplaner, Cooper layne and jj harris, Prudere, Camo dodge ram trucks. Here’s where you can grab the duet and sign up to get all the latest Salvation Society news. Ionization and electron affinity, 16 dec birthday horoscope. Now you can get your own copy for free! Corinne is giving you Beloved and Beholden, the first duet of the series. I read Corinne’s Belonging Duet earlier this year. It’s an epic crossover that you’re sure to devour! My book will feature psychologist Carolina Borden from the Salvation Society world and Duncan Kade, Delta Force Operator from Rosa’s Revenge, a Mexican cartel suspense coming in 2020. We’ll be bringing you glimpses of some of your most beloved characters from Corinne’s world, intermixed with our own worlds. I’m excited to share that I’ve joined an incredible group of authors to write in New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Corinne Michaels’ Salvation Society! These books will be written within the bestselling Salvation Series world, and I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to be part of it! ![]() |