The way a crow Shook down on me The dust of snow From a hemlock tree. Has given my heart A change of mood And saved some part Of a day I had rued. Now no joy but lacks salt, That is not dashed with pain And weariness and fault; I crave the stain.
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Of tears, the aftermark Of almost too much love, The sweet of bitter bark And burning clove. No memory of having starred Atones for later disregard, Or keeps the end from being hard. Better to go down dignified With boughten friendship at your side Than none at all. Far in the pillared dark Thrush music went — Almost like a call to come in To the dark and lament. But no, I was out for stars; I would not come in.
I meant not even if asked; And I hadn't been. As for the woods' excitement over you That sends light rustle rushes to their leaves, Charge that to upstart inexperience. Where were they all not twenty years ago? When you spy large, white clouds that look like cauliflower or castles in the sky, there is probably lots of dynamic weather going on inside. Innocent clouds look like billowy cotton, not towers. A ring around the moon usually indicates an advancing warm front, which means precipitation.
Under those conditions, high, thin clouds get lower and thicker as they pass over the moon. The gray overcast dominating the horizon means a large area is affected. A reddish sunset means that the air is dusty and dry. Since weather in North American latitudes usually moves from west to east, a red sky at sunset means dry weather—good for sailing—is moving east. Observe the sky and see if these weather proverbs work for you. Do you know of any others? The size of the snowflakes coming down determines how much of a storm it is.
My Mother always says long straight white clouds is a sign that in the next couple days we will have strong winds. I read this in a book: Two nights ago, we had a mackerel sky that went from one horizon to the other. Yesterday and today, we've had mph winds. There are wind and small craft advisories going. Handling a sailing ship in this weather would be dicey going if you didn't reef your sails. It's not so fun for driving either. And if so, what does it mean? One of my partners mentioned this, saying his family has said it before, and it seemed like a decent idea.
Problem is, I couldn't find it anywhere. Have you ever heard of it? We can not say that we are familiar with this proverb but you have to understand that there are thousands of them. You will see thousands of weather proverbs in a book titled Weather Lore by Richard Inwards. It is available on the web. Here is the edition. Here is another link to the same thing: So many times I've been outside working or fishing and notice that when all the insect buzzing and bird activity becomes quiet, I've got an hour or less to take cover because a storm is moving in.
It's the "absence of noise" that's the indicator. The more abruptly that noise stops, the faster you better get somewhere safe because the storm is coming in fast and hard. Just wondering if anyone else notices these types of things. The last time it happened, the birds suddenly took cover and got silent. I told my husband we'd better get in because it's going to be bad. That is a fascinating topic! Today, we know that certain animals, such as some birds, can detect changes in barometric pressure. Lowering pressure may indicate an approaching storm. Migrating birds take advantage of this talent to time their flights during better weather.
Other birds may stock up on food before a storm, or sea birds may fly inland, or songbirds fly lower. I understand that to the pioneers, sudden silence of birds and animals meant that the Indians were sneaking up and you'd better check the powder in your musket. Yes I have noticed this, but usually when its really close by which time I'm already on alert. Have also noticed that before a large front comes in animal activity goes up. Here's what I have used through expirence, I watch for wind blowing up, i.
Leaves turning over mild wind conditions , where I head for cover is if I see such as a ribon or grass starting to lift I know its time to make a move. Inside The Box I can't believe it's here and gone! It's hard to read a little novella from Sarah but knowing there are more books in this series coming makes me both happy and scared. I don't want to see any of my loves die so I'm hoping for the best. They make me so happy! But I'm ready to get back to some lovely fat books in this world.
To the stars who listen, Feyre. To the dreams that are answered, Rhys. May 07, Hailey HaileyinBookland rated it really liked it Shelves: That motherfuckin wall scene! Chapter 22 is officially my new favourite chapter after Chapter I mean, what are words at this point when it comes to Sarah J Maas's books?!
She's my favourite author. Her books have brought about this sense of utter calm and happiness within me every time I read them. This novella was everything we needed to potentially see the direction the other books will go in. And boy, am I beyond excited for it! I'm sure we'll be getting more of Cassian an That motherfuckin wall scene!
I'm sure we'll be getting more of Cassian and Nesta in the next book and Sarah J Maas does character development ridiculously well and my god, being able to look forward and dream about their character exploration makes me want to pee in me pants, man! I loved that we got see more of the Inner Circle. They are, hands down, my favourite bunch of fictional characters.
I feel like I'm part of the family. I'm so glad some lighthearted, happy and sweet, tender moments were included in this. The family aspect between them all felt too real, and so good to read. And the emphasis on art in this book and seeing Feyre getting back into it as a form of healing for herself and others was a dream.
The progression from ACOWAR to this felt natural and the cities and its people including our main lot were still healing, still too traumatised from the war. But progress was being made and I can't wait to see how that will be looked at in the upcoming spin-off series. I think at this point people are more interested in the progression of other characters. I'm here for it, but I don't ever see myself tiring of Feyre and Rhys and the bond between them!
Chapter 22 is all I'm going to say. After having lost so much, they better still have that puppy-love going. I do think this aspect to the books that have become quite recurrent now, where some events have occurred and the readers haven't experienced it with the characters, is getting slightly redundant and I hope it doesn't happen as much in the other books, though this has become Sarah J Maas's style. In some ways that style can be and is ingenious i. It's not enough to be just told something has happened.
I want to be there every step of the way for it. Other than that, I loved it. I absolutely loved it! My body is ready! Has been ready since last year! No doubt that I'm kicking off May with this book. Which reminds me I need to take some time off work. I just had a thought SJM has mentioned this'll set the groundwork before we get to the other books. View all 55 comments.
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May 08, Miranda Reads rated it really liked it Shelves: It's full of cotton-candy fluff, and I devoured every single bite. Now, this one was a bit heavy on the smut and a bit light on the Nessian but it definitely had all the right feels in all the right places. Stars flickered around us, sweet darkness sweeping in. As if we were the only souls in a galaxy. For those who don't know and are curious this novel sprang from a very drunk conversation between Sarah J.
Maas aka the Maaster and her publisher. Maas confessed that in her free time that she wrote fanfiction of her work. The publisher thought, we could sell that And thus, this novel was born. So, keeping the origins in mind, I really liked this novel. There wasn't a big-bad or end-of-the-world subplot, not much plot development happened BUT this was a fun and lighthearted read. Only her chin-length dark hair and solid silver eyes were visible above the collar.
Feyre and friends are spending their first winter solstice aka Christmas without Christ together. And despite the warmth of the hearth, not all of the winter chill is kept out. Feyre frets about reuniting her family. Rhysand freaks out about what to buy her Solstice and birthday presents!! Mor is absolutely terrible at expressing her feelings and gift-giving in general. And Amren makes out like a bandit mostly cause everyone knows what to buy her - priceless jewels.
And, of course, Nesta being Nesta made this novel shine. Every time she and Cassian are in the same room the dynamic between them is just perfect. He'd seen Nesta in that particular pose, too. Cassian had named about two dozen poses for Nesta at this point. The latter was his particular favorite. I know this is just a companion novel and that there won't be much development in terms of relationships but c'mon Sarah J. Throw us a bone. Actually, if you read the sneak peek at book 4 included at the end, I suppose she does offer us a bit of relationship hints. I am so emotionally invested in this series right now.
I wish I could just time-machine myself into next year for book 4. But until I get that working, this companion novel will certainly tide me over. I got to read the hand-stamped version of Sarah J. All I could think of the whole time was - ohmygosh. She touched the book Blog Instagram Twitter View all 27 comments.
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The entire gang is also suffering in their own ways with the trauma they are enduring from the events of the war. A long, brutal winter that had made me desperate enough to kill a wolf, that had eventually led me here—to this life, this … happiness. Like, honestly, just picturing myself shopping for Winter Solstice during the first snow in Velaris? Talk about dream goals! My favorite thing about this story was easily the emphasis on the power of healing through art.
This book beautifully showcases how important it can be to express your feelings through art, especially when you have no other means. This book truly is a love letter to artists everywhere, and it really meant a lot to me to see this topic be in the spotlight of this novella. Seriously, the message was really touching and important.
I only wish more schools took note. I have to create, or I will crumple up with despair and never leave my bed. I have to create because I have no other way of voicing this. I mean, this is a novella, and Sarah J Maas does gives us a lot of content inside of pages, but at the same time I feel like a lot of that content is just about a group of people shopping for each other. Again, there are for sure important themes and discussions about trauma, loss, PTSD, and depression, but there is also a whole lot of fluff.
Trigger and content warnings for some sexist comments always contested , talk of loss of a loved one, talk of abuse, talk of past torture, talk of past abandonment, depression, alcoholism, and talk of war. I for sure think that SJM also gave her fans a lot of what they were after. Like, she gave you all the wall sex scene you all constantly hounded her for. So all you little pervs can look forward to that.
And there is a lot of sexual tension in general, even though there is only one really long sex scene. How many times can Feyre want all the naughty, terrible things from Rhysand? At this point, it feels like SJM is beating the deadest of horses that have ever died. Not to paint him, know him.
Eons would never be enough for all I wanted to do, see with him. For all I wanted to love him. And I know I sound a little negative about a few things, but I really did enjoy being back in this world for a little bit! And I absolutely cannot wait to see what comes next, with new main characters! Please, do not proceed to read any further unless you have read this book and its predecessors or you wish to be spoiled!
I was a little shook to remember that she turned 21 in this book, but to each their own. Also, I loved the selflessness of opening the art studio for kids in need. Again, best part of this story, hands down.
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He is such a kind soul, and I may have shed a few tears when he bought all those warm clothes, just to have the girl donate. Best boy, and best boy deserves the next book. But honestly, Azriel is a stand-up guy, and a fun character to read about.
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But please, give me that polyamorous relationship! I would honestly commit a minor felony for it. She would rather die and return—return as something wicked and cruel, and shred them all apart. I love her, I love her so much. I want only good for her. And she is so much better than everything they made her endure. But anyways, the scene with her riding through the spooky, snowy woods at the end had me shook.
I wish the entire book could have been about that journey and what was happening. Like, I loved it. Speaking of which, I really just want to celebrate Winter Solstice with the winter court, holy moly! It just reads badly and feels gross. Like, hard to read about awful. My heart just bleeds for him. Lucien is always the best friend to everyone. He deserves good things!
SJM, give him good things! His parts in this book were the saddest and hardest to read. And he, without a doubt, had the best quote line in all of A Court of Wings and Ruin. Like, what do I have to do to get a book about her and her art studio s? Seriously, she had so many good moments in this novella, and I just want more. Well, my prayers, wishes, and hopes have been answered, because the sneak peak in the back of the book shows both of these two being swept away on a mission in the Illyrian Mountains.
And I shed a few tears at a few things in this book, but they really came when Feyre had to go and bring up the damn Suriel. But as always, he helps Feyre remember an important message that I wish more people would embrace in Feyre Archeron, a request. Leave this world a better place than how you found it. And I truly am excited for what is going to come next. I inhale read for three plus hours and then wrote out this review at 3 AM! But hopefully you all enjoyed. View all 90 comments. May 01, V. If you are a teacher or librarian Distrust the information on the genre and recommended age that comes from the publisher Bloomsburry Children's.
Also distrust Kirkus reviews, Booktubers and book bloggers who say this is Young adult, Common sense media and The Goodreads choice awards for Young adult. For more on that scroll down to the italic letters. If reviewers tell you this series isn't new adult they're lying through their teeth. In the USA most copies of this series come with no warning of explicit content.
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I applaud writers that write erotic content, just don't sell it to young children. However they are recommending the most explicit book of the series to YO kids That's why you shouldn't trust publishers to give the correct information on genre and recommended age in YA books. How old the main characters are? The protagonist is like Anastasia Steel from fifty shades of grey Her sisters are even older the rest of the cast is several hundreds year old Isn't YA an age-based classification? Then why is this series labeled as a YA book? My Tower of dawn review has likes so it should appear in the main page of reviews.
Goodreads is hiding it. That sucks because it's the responsibility of parents not of Goodreads, not of the publishers and authors to find out about the content of the EXPENSIVE books they buy for their underage kids. But how are they going to find that information when so many booktubers, common sense media and Goodreads members are hiding it?
You can also find the information about the erotic content of this series on the american hardcover version of a court of mist and fury. Pages 21, 22 view spoiler [A faery woman is descriptively fingered by someone different than the hero, then she has descriptive sex, then oral, descriptions of the fluids and the nudity and the action in vivid detail.
P but they call it licking LOL. Tamlin hide spoiler ] Book 2 We have a love triangle: Tamlin but it's really uneven view spoiler [for a while it seems as though another high lord might create a love geometry but didn't happen. Maybe he was joking, either way her reaction was unnecessarily enthusiastic for a woman who has already been sexually involved with 3 different men in the series and who is basically a newlywed. FeyRhys is still in their honeymoon period so why are they already joking about threesomes? Everyone talks about how Tamlin should apologize.
When will the sisters apologize? So many books trivialize the worst aspect of PTSD and sexual assault and try to "sovle it" either with revenge or the magic romantic relationship that will make everything go away. Or the experiences just get ignored and brush aside! This happens to Mor, a secondary character in the 3rd book who is a rape survivor when view spoiler [ she's forced to work along with her attacker and the one who puts her through that was the hero of the story!
That kind of disrespect for rape was unneccessary IMO. It didn't move the plot forward and it's out of character for Rhys to act like that. I love Rhys and didn't like the way SJM made him act. There's the overuse of words like mate. There are also problems with pace, repetitiveness, flow and consistency of the voices when changing from a narrator to the other and from a first person POV to a 3rd person POV.
The characters sound too modern. The worldbuilding is not high fantasy at all. The setting of this series is pretty much like a modern series. All these are things that a content editor and a proofreader could have taken care off, but the publishers rushed publication lowering the quality of the editing and the writing. Even so they are selling this at full ebook price. My review is currently censored and hidden from the third page of review.
It should appear somewhere between page 2 and 3. No, glorifying revenge and abusive women isn't female empowerment. No, in most marriage it isn't always the woman's choice, it's always the choice of both of them. My review is currently censored by goodreads. Sources of my pictures: It could be unintentionally. It could be intentionally. The reason doesn't matter. They're contributing to the false advertising. Others booktubers and bookbloggers seem to want good relationships with the publishing industry. They won't say anything that can hurt the marketing agenda of the big publishing houses.
Bookables, Benji Alderson and Polandbananas have mentioned this series is new adult , so of course a lot of booktubers are somehow honest, it's not cool calling out an entire community of readers because the dishonesty of a few bad apples. Distrust only the reviewers who call this series young adult. On the other hand, The Goodreads choice awards editors ignored the shelving system when they selected the categories for the goodreads choice awards last year.
In the goodreads feedback group they told me that's how editors select categories: At the time of the awards this series was shelved primarily as fantasy and romance by GR users, but still the editors made it compete on the young adult category. Not in romance second most-shelved genre , not in fantasy first most-shelved genre. I'm inviting you to read this series if you don't have problems with sexual content and abusive relationships. Despite all the problems I have with the false advertising I enjoyed the trilogy.
But again I'm warning you: Not all reviewers are independent and unbiased. Life is too short and TBR piles are too big to just ignore the kind of information that can help us decide what we will read next. Goodreads shouldn't try to hide that information. For a series that is supposedly about women's choices, when Goodreads, Booktubers and Publishers hide this information from young girls they are taking away their right to decide when or if they would read erotic content. Not to mention they're contributing to the book being sold in the Children's section of multiple retailers.
Nov 15, brain cell added it. View all 31 comments. Sep 06, Nadhira Satria rated it did not like it Shelves: Hi I'm Nadhira I just want to ask a question, What kind of a horny thirteen year old wrote this fanfic? Y'all know I love her but Sarah, sis. I know you need to make some cash but this is not the way. Honestly what even the fuck is the fucking point of the fucking existence of this fucking book?
Normally I don't mind fanfics but. What's the book about? It's basically Rhys' penis in Feyre, the word 'mate', another round of crin Hi I'm Nadhira I just want to ask a question, What kind of a horny thirteen year old wrote this fanfic? It's basically Rhys' penis in Feyre, the word 'mate', another round of cringey ass smut, another sprinkle of 'mate', and that's it.
Throw the whole fucking book away. Tbh I read better Draco Malfoy fanfic in wattpad when I was ten. Wtf is this fucking mess? I'm just amazed that this?? Do I have to read more pages about how beautiful and selfless and big Rhys's dick is? I'll probably have to wash my eyes with bleach if there are more unnecessary sex scenes between Rhys and Feyre. Yes we get it he has a big dick yes I get it he's good in bed, please shut up. Real excerpt from the book: My mate rammed into me with his omg holy shit what a considerable length and roared "you're mine" yas omg let me stroke your wings daddy yas ahoy matey he moaned my name so hard that the whole court can hear omg yas i love him he's my mate.
This is a great catch with the main heroes of the series. So far I have seen all these characters in the worst possible situations and facing incredible odds. Making great sacrifices and the legendary lengths they would go through to achieve their goals and protect those they love.