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A Magic Steeped in Poison (September 2024) Group Read Nomination
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It's been a while since I posted here (I needed a book break!), but I wanted to be present for Fright Night. I've read the monthly message with the books and it was a surprise to see this one, so... here I am!
I've read the first two chapters and I'm curious about the story. All this tea and poison... I need more!
(Will this "Shadow" be the love interest? Hmm)
I’m so glad to have an excuse to read this book; I’ve had it on my shelf for about two years and kept putting it off.
I read this basically in a day at the beach over the weekend. It was engaging but the cliffhanger killed me. Not sure when I will get to book 2. Happy to discuss if others finished or currently reading.
I've finished the book today! At first I didn't like it, it was too young-adultish. But after the second round of the competition, I loved the descriptions of the tea and food, and I kinda grew invested on the plot.
Like Ning, I was suspecting everyone, not knowing who to trust. At first I thought Lian could be a traitor, but I'm glad she isn't? We didn't know after that ending, though :/
But the important thing... is Kang really against the princess? He let them escape.
Maybe I'll read the next one soon to not forget about this one.
Bopeep wrote: "I've finished the book today! At first I didn't like it, it was too young-adultish. But after the second round of the competition, I loved the descriptions of the tea and food, and I kinda grew in..."
Similar feelings. I did really enjoy the descriptions of the magic, teas and food as well. Was really hoping to read the next soon as well but I'm not sure if it fits any of the Fright Night tasks.
I had to wait for the doctor (nobody knows when they will call) so I downloaded the second one lol And there's Kang's POV in this one! I'm curious if he was with his father from the beggining or he was dragged. His first chapter doesn't mention anything about that, but it seems he was there from the beggining.
This second one seems more like an adventure to save the country than a beautiful competition as the first one.
From the prompts: there is a snake on the cover, and maybe it's considered a POC author? I always struggle with that prompt :/
Bopeep wrote: "I had to wait for the doctor (nobody knows when they will call) so I downloaded the second one lol And there's Kang's POV in this one! I'm curious if he was with his father from the beggining or h..."
YES! So reading soon then if there is a snake on the cover (blaming my bad eyes as I thought a snake would be appropriate). I know if I don't read it now, I won't manage later.
Will you finish before October or do you want to buddy read?
I haven't read much, I'm on chapter 3^^ We can buddy read, yes! I think there will be a lot to share on this one.
Bopeep wrote: "I haven't read much, I'm on chapter 3^^ We can buddy read, yes! I think there will be a lot to share on this one."Awesome, will move to the BR thread if you haven't already.
Just finished the book and man were those last couple chapters a ride. I don’t know what exactly I was expecting but it wasn’t that. But overall I enjoyed the book. I liked the character relationships/dynamics; as well as how the plot itself is paced.
I agree! I didn't expect so much actions and treachery on the last chapters, but it was a nice plot twist.Btw, Jen and me are going to read the second book in October, you're welcome to join us if you want, Skiliey!
Bopeep wrote: "I agree! I didn't expect so much actions and treachery on the last chapters, but it was a nice plot twist.Btw, Jen and me are going to read the second book in October, you're welcome to join us if..."
YES, please join in! That ending requires a timely read of the sequel. I didn't quite expect to all go down as much as it did. Excited to see how it all works out!
I would love to join the buddy read. I’m excited to see how it all plays out in the sequel. Thank y’all for the invitation :)
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Content warnings for death of a parent, mentions of dying and illness, war, poverty, starvation, beatings, corporal punishment, poison and allusions to torture.
This thread is open for discussion beginning September 1st! Please keep in mind that spoilers are allowed (mark as a spoiler) in this thread but only up to the group's current reading place. Do not spoil the book if you've read further than the group. Any extra days of the month can be used to catch up if needed! Page numbers are an approximation based on the hardcover or paperback that is the default on Goodreads.
The Group Read Discussion schedule is as follows:
Week of 9/01
September 01: Pages 1-15
Week of 9/02
September 02: Pages 16-30
September 03: Pages 31-45
September 04: Pages 46-60
September 05: Pages 61-75
September 06: Pages 76-90
September 07: Pages 91-105
September 08: Pages
Week of 9/09
September 09: Pages 106-120
September 10: Pages 121-135
September 11: Pages 136-150
September 12: Pages 151-165
September 13: Pages 166-180
September 14: Pages 181-195
September 15: Pages 196-210
Week of 9/16
September 16: Pages 211-225
September 17: Pages 226-240
September 18: Pages 241-255
September 19: Pages 256-270
September 20: Pages 271-285
September 21: Pages 286-300
September 22: Pages 301-315
Week of 9/23
September 23: Pages 316-330
September 24: Pages 331-345
September 25: Pages 345-360
September 26: Pages 360-end
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