CincyKris

Dr. Cal makes very special house calls! Can't wait for the phone call.

We know the following: Jem is special somehow to the alien blob. The aliens have advanced tech that can avoid their limited sensors. The aliens can travel by sea or air. The blobs are manufactured biological lifeforms that communicate sonically. We are guessing at all the rest. Is the sentinel blob intelligent or being controlled remotely? Is there an alien ship in space or a base located somewhere on Benteen? Have the aliens been on Benteen all along or are they recently arrived? And of course the big question, what do the aliens want? Also, what if the "aliens" arrived on Benteen before humans, doesn't that make the humans the aliens?

I'm hoping that the aliens are stuck to using sea creatures, but of course that begs the question of how they arrived in Benteen in the first place? That it is alien to Benteen seems a given, due to the different DNA sequences. It doesn't seem like they have done in depth studies of the less inhabitable areas of Benteen, just observational info from drones. The aliens could have been there for many years before humans. If the aliens directing the blobs are not in the ocean, or on land closer to the equator, could they be in space? We've already heard the satellites left in orbit are not dependable, would the humans be able to detect spacecraft? So so many possibilities, I love it!

I wonder if they will first meet at the house, as I have always imagined, or will Adam take a trip to Walter Reed to visit? He could go antiquing just as planned, a perfect excuse.

We discovered in the first chapter that he last saw Jane 3 years ago, meaning the twins are only around 2 years old. This will be a blessing, as they won't remember most of the abuse as they age. I'm not that familiar with what kind of therapy exists for toddlers, but I suppose it does.

The game felt prophetic for me as well. Even if it's not the case, it was a catalyst for the boys. Jem gave his virtual life for Nico.

I thought of Avatar also, but the big difference seems to be that many of our characters have expressed concern over hunting the creatures if they turn out to be sentient. Which I think will be the case. I hope the government will be a help rather than a hindrance.

That was my first assumption, but with Geron you can never tell!

If the chapter was from Brandon’s POV we Americans would’ve needed a British slang dictionary!

I thought about this comment several times and tried to figure out how humans were able to live so long. And, last to remember is that at this point in the future, while 500 years sounds like a long time to US, it is but three lifetimes to the colonists. Then it hit me this morning and I had to laugh, just because earth has a 365 day year does not mean this planet does! On to the next chapter.

The thing I was most impressed with was the very natural POV change. This chapter had a unique voice. Dan's chapter sounded different than Vaughan's chapters, great job!

I think both men are on the same page, sorry I couldn't resist. They will know each other so well, my prediction is the first meeting will start with a long hug. A hug full of relief, anticipation, and maybe even love.

Kai feels like he is getting ahead of himself, he's almost giddy with anticipation. But I think all of his intentions will be well received by Adam. I hope he stays true to himself and doesn't hold back.

I am up to date on the Thompsonville stories (posted on other sites), but somehow missed this one. I know how Justin's story ends up, but I'm enjoying reading his experiences. I do not remember anything about his current relationship with his father, so this will be new to me. If his Dad's reaction is anything but extreme guilt (at least after he's processed it), then I hope his mom has his back and kicks his dad to the curb. If not, write them off, they're not worth it. I know, easier said than done.

The romantic in me loves this story so much. In my head, I'm able to visualize this as if it were a movie, which is weird because I like books better than movies. I am looking forward to their meeting in person, but not too soon, I like the slow build via letters. Also, I appreciated the floorplan, after all, the house is as much a character in this story as the humans.

As sad as Ollie's story is, and despite his terrible father, I can't help but wonder why Ollie didn't just get on a plane and go back to Greece to see Niko in person.

Wow, Ollie had a rollercoaster ride of emotions! He was up when shopping for his bedroom furniture (no doubt his mother never let him choose anything), way up for the awesome party, way down for the graveside scene, back on a safe, level surface with his new dads. Loved it!

Mitch has turned into a giddy fan girl, I love it!!!! If Kit and Mischa could see all his texts, they would be laughing their asses off! As attached to Taylan as I was, I'm surprised how much I'm looking forward to Mitch and Tom.

I have to admit that I think Nathan is being pretty selfish allowing Cormac to sacrifice himself when he knows he will be dying a painful death very soon. That being said, if he had volunteered, I doubt Brohm would let him. I'm doubtful our main character will actually die, so now I'm wondering if his cure is contained in the book.

We finally have both of our guys all in! They were fun, playful, sexy, honest, and completely comfortable with each other. I loved it!

What a wonderful surprise! This interlude feels transitional for Tom. He's starting to think about settling. While I don't see him following the exact same path as Kit and Mischa, he's definitely thinking of Mitchell as more than his ex's hot dad.

I read this a few years ago, after I was caught up on his Aspects of Dawn series (which is one of the best space sci-fi sagas I have read). I'm enjoying the reread. Even if you're not a huge fan of fantasy, any story with writing like this should be devoured! Mr Crawley did enjoy cigarettes, an imported brand being the preference. He smoked prodigiously and was a man of many vices and attachments. An aficionado of trenchcoats. A connoisseur of fedoras. A lover of single-malt, though on occasion an aged bourbon was acceptable. A driver of Cadillacs. Big on cynicism, wearing sunglasses when not required, pork sandwiches and connecting the occult to the mundane. Not a fan of alimony, his first ex-wife, his second ex-wife, alligators, reptiles in general and heights. Of medium verticality, average rotundity, erratic profundity and questionable morality, he had dark hair, appreciable cheekbones and a natural grimace that would scare small children. Private investigator by trade, Crawley was every bit the hardboiled, noir fool he imagined himself, catapulted from 80 years ago into present day. Yet, no longer a PI, because, well, it was Agent Crawley once more, was it not?

And Egyptian mythology is something new to me, but ever since Stargate, I just knew I had to work it into a story—it is the most fascinating to me. Almost all of my Egyptian mythology knowledge also comes from Stargate! And Michael Shanks was as yummy as maple syrup!

Now Azula and Raith are officially on opposing sides. But in their hearts they are lifelong friends. Will Raith actually marry? Will he be able to stop the evil machinations in the Capitol? Will Sura be able to forge a beneficial alliance with another empire? So much to look forward to!

Speaking of mythology, I meant to ask if you came across the website "Norse mythology for smart people", when you were doing research? I learned a lot when I looked up Ginnungagap.