(Super) Exciting Book haul

So today I visited the lovely Science Fiction bookshop in Stockholm’s Oldtown, planning to buy like two books I’ve been meaning to buy for some time. And then I couldn’t stop myself. I had prepared a big budget when buying, but I maaaaay have been a little too…generous.

Mum, if you’re reading this– I’m so sorry but I regret nothing. 

Below are the books I bought, but know this; I prefer knowing as little as possible before starting a book, so there’s no synopsis of the stories, instead it’s about my experience with the author/previous books.

 

 Shadow Captain by Alastair Reynolds [x]

This. This is the first book I saw when entering, and immediately a bell rang. I knew this cover design. I rush forward, and I almost choke when I realize that this is a sequel to a book I never thought would get a sequel. And I had no idea it recently came out!

Shadow Captain by Alastair Reynolds is the sequel to Revenger, the second book I reviewed when starting this blog (my review here)! I absolutely loved this book, it wasn’t perfect but god was it clever and so… subtle. The story follows our main character ‘Fura’ Ness as she runs away with a sister to work on a spaceship, but they end up attacked by the fretted Bosa Sennen. Together with what could have been just another Alpha Bitch™ character, Fura goes on a journey to escape the men sent after her from her father, while trying to save her captured sister.

I don’t want to read the synopsis of this second book, but let me tell you; Fura Ness is what Holly Black tried to make Jude in The folk of the Air and Marie Lu tried to make Adelina in The Young Elites. Also, it’s one of those rare Female p.o.v. YA’s with not a single love interest and zero focus on romance.  Read it. 

Skyward by Brandon Sanderson [x]

Ah, yes. If you’ve been following this blog for some while you will be quite aware who Brandon Sanderson is. If you’re new– I’m just gonna be brief with you. In my religious love for books, he is a god of SciFi/Fantasy. I love his books, but mostly I get so intimidated starting one book because they’re just so… sacred to me. But now I got my hands on this ScFi of a girl and her dragon spaceship who’s gonna fight aliens.

 

 

A Veil of Spears by Bradley Beaulieu [x]

The third instalment in The Song of the Shattered Sands series, I’ve been unable to read it when it came out due to studies. But now I don’t have any excuse at all! This series is wonderful, set in a fictional world inspired by the Islamic golden age but with elements of the pre-Islamic Middle East, one girl is set on destroying twelve kings. The book series starts with a gladiator fight with our main character Çeda, and you realize immediately it’s gonna be bloody brilliant. This series is what I always recommend anyone who was disappointed in Throne of Glass – series by Sarah J Maas. 

 The Winter of the Witch by Katherine Arden [x]

Another book in a series, also the third instalment, this was one series I was expecting to be disappointed in. But Arden completely surprised me with her first book because I actually adored it. She just captured that feeling of eastern fairy tale perfectly. I’m european, so I saw a lot of russian and slavic (sometimes inspired) old animated movies as a kid, and reading this book series felt like I was once again watching one of those. And just look at that cover. So perfect, so wonderful.

 

 Gullstruck Island by Frances Hardinge [x]

Frances oh Frances, wherefore art thou such a great author? I’ve read three of her books and LOVED every single one; The Lie Tree, A Skinful of Shadows and most recently read A Face Like Glass. Like my most recent read, this is not set in a fantasy world with… Volcanoes? Like I’ve said, I prefer knowing as little as possible before reading a book, and this is no exception. But like Brandon Sanderson, this is an author I will probably never be disappointed in.

I’ve done ‘A Song & a Book’ for both The Lie Tree and A Skinful of Shadows to give you an idea of the books. A review of A Face Like Glass will be up very soon!

 Fly by Night by Frances Hardinge [x] 

You think I can walk past the shelf with all of Hardinge’s books and pick just one? HAHAHAH what do you take me for. I’ve heard such great things about this book that I can’t wait to start reading it! All I’ve gathered about this book without reading the description is that there’s a sassy little girl, a murderous goose and some kind of con-artist..? Honestly, what more do you need to know before reading it?

 

 

Are any of these books on your TBR? Have you read any? Or are you just curious about authors or series– don’t hesitate to leave a comment! x

Book Rant: The Confessions of Young Nero

So… yes. A long time ago I eagerly awaited the novel The Confessions of Young Nero by Margaret George, as I was thrilled to read a historical fiction take from the perspective of Nero. I have no doubts on that the guy has been painted as (like many others) much worse than he was, but certainly his life story is as weird as it is horrifying.

See, Margaret George did a really great job on researching Roman life and I really enjoyed how alive her setting felt. And no doubt is she a really good writer.

But then… Agrippina the Younger appears.

And I had tried to be blind by it with George’s representation of other historical figures in the book, but finally I realize where this book is going– and stops. See, if you are familiar with the common myths about Nero, you’ve probably heard the rumours that he had sex with his mother, Agrippina the Younger. These, are very very likely to be just another rumour to slander a political opponent. And whaaat did I realize George chose? Yeah, write Agrippina as a sexual abuser of Nero so she could control her son for power. Newsflash, she had other means to control men around her for power than having sex with her son. Seriously, this is a textbook example of weird accusations. I just couldn’t bring myself to continue the book.

Now, don’t get me mistaken– Agrippina the Younger was no victim or saint. She was just like her male counterparts during her time in Roman politics; ruthless, quick-thinking, calculating and seeking influence. She believed in her legitimacy to rule, she made Claudius change laws so they could marry, she ruled (almost) as an equal to both Claudius and during the first time of Nero’s reign (and when he forced her to retire, she wasn’t bloody happy). However, that doesn’t erase the patriarchal structure — Agrippina the Younger had to use her men around her for power, no matter if it be brother, husband or son. She murdered, schemed etc… and was successful. She did all things we find fascinating in historical men, but instead people act shocked that a politically active woman is not a saint and quietly use her ‘feminine guiles’ to persuade her husband. A part of unravelling gender history is more than lifting up women as influential figures, but to realize that men and women can be as equally ambitious– they simply have different means.

Yes, if a story was written from Nero’s p.o.v., Agrippina the Younger would be an obvious villain. But was Nero any better? Hell nah. Another reason why I wouldn’t continue the book was because it seemed like he was painted as innocent and the blame was always on other people. It’s boring and unbelievable and feels like the author really is only looking to twist historical sources for Nero’s benefit. But Agrippina the Younger was during her time more successful than her son, even in surviving his poor attempts to kill her (note: check if your opponent can swim). SHE is the reason Nero became as powerful, and it does not take a genius to see that as the last one of the Augustus line, he would have been killed long ago if it wasn’t for the power position his mother fought for. To be honest, I’d be more interested in reading a book from the p.o.v. of Agrippina the Younger than Nero.

For example; Caterina Sforza will always be one of my absolute favourite historical figures. But do I excuse her behaviour? She was extremely complicated and fascinating, like any human being, but has a ruler in her own right she could be just as tyrannical as she could be merciful. She would buy grain and sell cheap to save starving citizens and protect them from raiders and women from abusers, but one time she fell into deep emotional turmoil and motivated by vengeance, ordered the deaths of innocent children and women. Yes, many historical figures have been ‘misunderstood’, but you will be surprised to find that people can do both good and bad deeds. Misunderstood means more than being marked as ‘evil’; it means having their actions downplayed, exaggerated, twisted or erased. But there’s no need to excuse actions to make people valid and interesting in history.

Margaret George could have written such an interesting and dynamic relationship between Nero and Agrippina the Younger without throwing her under the bus to create sympathy for Nero (like so many other characters). Hell, she could have given sympathy for Nero by showing the dynamic between a woman who can only use men to gain power and her son, a man who doesn’t want this power. I know this is a fiction, but it still vexes me that so many read historical fictions like this one and then take them as fact on how the people actually were.

But this is not me shitting on you for enjoying the book, I honestly can see why so many people love it. I only ask for you to be a critical reader when it comes to historical fiction, especially when the author presents their work like Margaret George; as if she’s a critical thinker who is showing the true side of emperor Nero. But she is only being critical on the representation of Nero, not anyone else. Her take is interesting, yes, but subjective and blinded by a strange goal to purify him and rationalizing all his misdemeanours.

The Unspoken Danger of Audiobooks (and on an upcoming review)

Audiobooks. Some love them, some just don’t get them. Every single person I have spoken to who claims they never listen to audiobooks, conveys that it is impossible for them to concentrate and take in the story.

But that is not the problem, the problem is that you have not found a good distraction ‘exercise’ when listening. What do you think I do when I say I listen to an audiobook, sit awkwardly in a chair and stare into a wall? As a fellow person with ADHD, I can really enjoy AND concentrate on an audiobook by using, for example, a dot-to-dot sketchbook. If you have trouble concentrating on an audiobook, I can’t stress enough on how much this helps!

However, there is a huge risk to it. A risk so severe that you must ask yourself before listening to an audiobook; can this book be in any way shocking? Have you heard people talk of a huge reveal? A jaw-dropping plot-twist? Then, audiobook listeners, BEWARE. This is the horrific result of drawing during a huge reveal / plot-twist in the audiobook:

lOOK AT IT. I spilled ink on my WHITE SHIRT as well. Seriously, I was so shocked that I just shook the pen while listening and without thinking and now I lost a work-piece and a white shirt. gOD DAMMIT. 

 

In other words, I have just finished the fourth book of the Fablehaven series by Brandon Mull and will start the fifth and last book as soon as humanly possible. Expect a full series review before the week is over! x

Guess who’s back (again)?

 

It’s been a long time since I was active on this blog due to hard studies, but guess who recently finished hers last week? MOI. And since I have little (to no) idea of what I’m going to do now, I’ve decided to start blogging again. I honestly feel a bit rusty after months of only writing essays after essays after essays, so I will continue on a similar path as before. However, I hope to introduce some new features to the blog.

If you’re one of the people who forgot they were following me, and therefore forgot to unfollow— Thank you, I love you. x

 

P.S. Book review coming up soon!

A Song & A Book #55

Today’s Song Is;

A cool missile, yes it’s in his smile
With open arms to welcome you
Beware the masked pretender
He always lies, this candyman
Those lips conspire in treachery
To strike in cloak and dagger, see!

And The Book I Chose For This Song Is;

“David doesn’t know much about life beyond the walls of his room, except what he reads in his books. Mourning the death of his mother and angry at his father for moving on so quickly, David is pulled into a world next to our own and discovers all the stories he’s read have come to life. However, these stories are different. Angrier. Darker.

As David makes his way through the world to find the king and the mysterious Book of Lost Things that will help him get home, he encounters adventures he never imagined. But a danger is lurking in the shadows, threatening to destroy David and his entire future.”

The Sunshine Blogger Award

First I want to give a huge thank you to Ally Writes Things for tagging me (thanks!), then I want to apologize for not being very active recently. The thing is, I got a job here (yay!), and a really fun one too as a game master in an escape game, but that means that I won’t have much time to spare on blogging. Add that with the fact that I still study 100% and work 50%…

So I’ve decided that I don’t really have much time to write reviews. I am however considering just posting weekly/daily memes to keep it updated like “A Song & A Book”. But ??? I don’t know ??? I want to keep this blog, of course, I’m just worried how I’m gonna have time to update it. I think I’m gonna do another post soon explaining my plan.

But for now, let’s to this!

The Rules

1. Thank the person who nominated you and link back to their blog.
2. Answer the 11 questions your nominator has given you.
3. Nominate 11 other people (or however many you want) and give them 11 new questions to answer.
4. List the rules and display the award

• What book reminds you of a specific place?

Oh that’s gotta be Watership Down – I bought it at Foyle’s and have since always thought of the (5 floor) bookshop and how I spent about 6 hours there.

• What’s your favourite place to visit in your hometown/province/state/country?

Except the Science Fiction Bokhanden (bookshop) in Stockholm, it’s gotta be High Chaparral, the theme park in Småland, when I’m working and living there.

• Which author do you admire the most?

I honestly don’t know much about the authors I love, but I do admire anyone with the talent for writing. So this one goes to Brandon Sanderson!

• Are there any books you would never recommend?

Hahahah, yes. Wildest Dreams by Kristen Ashley is so goddam awful, both writing style and story/characters, but I could never explain to you without ending up destroying half a room. But let me just tell you that for half the book I thought the MC was 14, until it was stated that she was 30, and I thought the male MC was the villain through almost the whole book. That was until the villains were actually revealed, and then I rooted for the “real” villains instead. Never have I been so disgusted by a book and THE FACT THAT IT HAS F**CKING 4.2 IN RATING ON GOODREADS.

• One bookish pet peeve?

“oh I’m so inlove and intrigued by that mysterious, beautiful boy/girl that everyone else falls in love with but good thing they return my feelings but in like, a really complicated way which leads to drama and shit but hey, fuck basic healthy relationship things like some goddamn communication”.

• Favourite cake flavour?

Chocolate, lemon, lime, raspberry, sugar –

• Do you have a favourite piece of jewellery?

Nah… but I do really like my small, golden slipper. Uhm, it’s a family code thing for the women…

• If you were on a game show, which song would they play when you entered? (what song is your theme song??)

Knowing my sense of humour, I’d probably ask them to play ‘The Imperial March’.

• Which bookish world would you want to visit?

Oh my god like EVERYONE, even the ones I hate *looks pointedly at Wildest Dreams* just to verbally assault the characters on their egoism and stupidity and abusive behaviors. But like, if only one then I’ll go with Rick Riordan’s amazing universe…

• Best book of 2017 so far?

The whole series of The Liveship Traders by Robin Hobb and The Books of Beginning by John Stephens

• If you had to give your parents a book, which would it be?

 

In turn, I tag – Anna @mybookishdreams, RemiVFoliage, The Infinite Library, Bookish Brianne, MetalPhantasmReads and Swords & Spectres!

And my questions are the following –

1. What book fills you with both love and anxiety when thinking about it?
2. If you’d recommend a book to your favorite fictional villain, which would it be?
3. Which fictional character could punch you in the face and you’d thank them?
4. Which book/fictional world would have the best version of “Real Housewives of—“?
5. Which character would you wanna pull off the “let’s pretend we’re getting married to get my stupid family to shut up” – thing with?
6. In the face of a giant catastrophe, which book would you sacrifice to satisfy the gods?
7. Name something weird (but useful?) you’ve learned from a fictional book.
8. An object you’d want to steal from a book?
9. If you could have the same powers as any fictional character, which would it be?
10. Which book on your shelf could be handy as a weapon in case of an invasion or zombie apocalypse?
11. You’re going to hell. Which book would you bring to endure eternal damnation?

The World Is Shitty, Here’s Some Feel-Good Books

Three hurricanes wreck havoc with a devastating earthquake in Mexico, persecutions of Muslims in Myanmar, the Central African Republic’s people are forgotten and ignored by the UN, Kim Jong-Un and a third world war has gotten way too real, starvation, Nazis are marching openly in the streets, cops in “the world’s most powerful democracy” can openly harass and kill black people without any consequences, global warming. Donald Trump.

A lot of people are worried about the current state of the world. Due to all the horrible news stories that are circulating (social) media, it’s only natural to feel angsty. But one must also know that it is absolutely okay to just go offline, we’re not supposed to handle this much human suffering.

Here are a few feel-good books that will put your mind on something else;

 

 I read The Steps Up The Chimney by William Corlett [x] as a child and loved it (and the series), re-listened to it again last year and it’s still a charming story. This is a middle-grader novel you’ll love if you love the tropes of old mansions, supernatural powers/magic and talking animals.

Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn [x] is the kind of short-novel you can read in one sitting. It begins with a very old and exaggerated language, but as letters are being banned, this book just becomes more and more hilarious until I burst out laughing near the end.

Howl’s Moving Castle by Dianne Wynne Jones [x] will probably forever stay as one of my favorite feel-good books. It’s a wonderful and entertaining story that I think everyone should read at least once.

While we’re talking about something everyone should read at least once, The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy by Douglas Adams [x] fits this perfectly. Just completely weird and hilarious, it is bound to keep your mind off the bad things.

A must read if you love Percy Jackson, The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan [x], the first in his ongoing series Magnus Chase and The Gods of Asgard is a cute and fun adventure with a two demigod teens, a dwarf and an elf who goes on a journey to find the sword of summer and make sure that Loki’s offspring Fenris stays bound. Would have added his other ongoing series, The Trials Of Apollo, had it not bee for the fact that the villain, being a corrupt evil business owner who wants to take over the world, is way too real.

Seeing as we already are on the topic of norse mythology, Neil Gaiman’s Odd and The Frost Giants [x] is definitely the book for you if you want a quick and charming story. Perfect to cuddle up with now during the coming winter-halfyear (or if you have an English word for it?).

Matilda by Roald Dahl [x] have most of you maybe already read (in school), but if not, I highly recommend you this read for any day you need a little nostalgia and hope for humanity.

Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie [x] is another must-read children’s classic for any bad day. And I know how the book is supposed to argue about why it’s important to grow up, it still won’t stop me and many other adults to argue that Peter was right – I want to be a child again with no fear for the future.

As we’re already on children’s classics, why not mention some more? The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis [x] is such a magical feel-good book that it’ll definitely put your mind on something else. Just don’t open the closet afterward, I tried and you’re bound to be disappointed.

And now for something completely different. The Rook by Daniel O’Malley [x] is equally hilarious as it is intriguing, wonderful book to light up an otherwise negative outlook on the modern day world. I mean, a secret agency to deal with supernatural threat? Maybe doesn’t sound like such an original concept, but trust me on this one, you don’t want to miss this book.

Last but not least, who could think that a book about the apocalypse could be a feel-good, especially considering all that’s happening in this world? But no, Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman [x] is a wonderfully hilarious read that’ll make you feel pretty okay about a possible Armageddon.

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Well, those were some of my recommendations! Feel free to add your own recommendations in the commentary field or share your opinion on any of the mentioned (did you agree/not agree? Why?).

And look, the world might seem shitty but remember all those coming books this autumn, winter, coming years…

 

Back From Hiatus

~ Guess who’s back, back again… ~

After 2 months away working at a theme park, I’ve finally returned and got to settle in enough to start blogging again! As I have a lot of school work, plus we’ve got A PUPPY (a Shih-Tzu, name’s Loke (pronounced Lookeh, Swedish word for Loki), super cute and sweet but also got a bit of an attitude. Except it’s dark or it’s time to ride the car or bus. I love him). Wait what was I getting at? Oh right, I don’t know how much time I’ll put on blogging now in the beginning, so expect quite a slow start for now.

To keep you updated, I am currently reading The Name Of The Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. It’s a great story, but I feel quite lonely in the fact that I still haven’t fully connected to the story (though I still really like it and the characters). I’ve only heard good things about this book so maybe my hopes were too high (after all, I still unfairly compare all fantasy novels with The Stormlight Archive – series by Brandon Sanderson). But hopefully, the climax at the end will take me by storm, or the second book.

 
I am also listening to the audio book of Terry Pratchett’s middle-grade/YA Discworld book The Wee Free Men. I love listening to middle-grader books like these at it feels like I’m a kid again, listening to my grandma’s story or the cassette tapes of some story. This is a really charming story and Tiffany makes for a wonderfully entertaining protagonist.

 

 

And last but not least, The Romanovs 1613-1918 is a non-fictional book by Simon Sebag Montefiore following the rise and fall of the Russian dynasty that lasted centuries. We follow the historical characters as they are affected, or affect, events that shape the empire. As someone who loves to focus on the people involved in historical events, I must say that I love this book. Easy to understand yet teaches you a lot.

 

 

I cannot say what books will come next, but I’ve recently placed quite a big order on several books that I can’t wait to start.

Here’s my *small* book haul;

 

Abarat by Clive Barker is his first book in the series with the same name. I read the premise and some reviews and was so intrigued by it that I just had to get my hands on it. Crossing my fingers that it’ll live up to expectations.

 

 

 

This is another book I have high hopes for. The Confessions of Young Nero by Margaret George is a Historical YA-fiction about the Young Nero and what leads up to his infamous madness. As somewhat a history nerd who’s fascinated by roman politics and Agrippina The Younger (Nero’s mother, god I pray this book doesn’t mischaracterize her like the rest of the world), I was so hyped when I heard of this book.

 

Summers At Castle Auburn by Sharon Shinn is another book I’ve wanted to read for some time. I’ve heard so many positive things about the plot as well as the characters, plus this looks like just the right book to read in some cozy corner.

 

 

 

As someone’s who’s name is Ella, Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine is obviously a must read for me. I loved the movie as a child, but am shocked to read how many were disappointed by it because the book was better. I didn’t know there was a book, can you imagine my excitement?! I had to order it right away.

 

 

Did I mention that I liked history? Just One Damned Thing After Another by Jodi Taylor is actually a book I stumbled over when doing my orders. I read the premise and was sold. I’ve heard a lot of people who don’t like Time Travel in books, but if it includes history, then I’ll be damned before I pass the opportunity to read such a book. Plus, this is a series with, what, 8 books? I can’t wait to get involved in this world!

 

 

Well, that’s all for me now. I don’t have any ideas for any major changes on the blog, so expect nothing knew, for now. x

The Entertainer Blogger Award

 

Big thanks to James J. Cudney IV @ this is my truth now for tagging me! Was awhile back I think, but now I finally got time to do it :)! Will be very short answers as you may seem, but I got so much to do right now that I hardly have any time to blog at all! From Saturday I will actually be away for two months to work and won’t have time to blog at all, so I hope to do some posts before that I can schedule. But anyway, big thanks for the little award again and well, hope you’ll be satisfied with my answers.

The Rules:

• Thank the person who nominated you and provide a link to their blog.
• Add these rules to your post.
• Answer all the questions below.
• Display the award picture in your post.
• Nominate 12 other bloggers who are funny, inspiring and most important of all ENTERTAINING!

 

WHY DID YOU START A BLOG IN THE FIRST PLACE?

I had wanted to have some kind of “platform” to share my opinions on books and talk to others about, well, books (because none of my friends here read…). I just thought it would be really fun to have a blog, so I started one! This is by far my most successful, since, you know, all the 50+ ones I had between the ages of 10 and 12.

 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK?

oh wow, what an extraordinarily easy question I know exactly what’s my favorite book is.

I’d say right now The Stormlight Archive books (x), The Books of Beginning (x), The Pillars of The Earth (x) etc…

WHAT DO YOU DISLIKE THE MOST?

Sarcasm. And hypocrisy.

 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FOOD AT THE MALL?

donuts, corn in cups (mm…), dumplings, the souls of everyone who stands in front of me in the food queue, ice cream…

 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PAST TIME?

 

Hm I’d say 65 million B.C. I love dinosaurs. 😀

And yes, I am physically and mentally incapable to answer questions seriously.

And I tag Lindsey @ Paradise Books , Jessica @ jessicamarie493, Rachel @ paceamorelibri, Battybibliophile @ Caffeine and Books , Saily @ the reading turtle duck , Savannah @ the book prophet, Heather Lauren @ heatherlaurenreads, MighyThorJRS @ mightythorjrs,  Amanda @ metalphantasmreads, Jackie @ toomuchofabooknerd, Anna @ mybookishdreams, you’ve all got entertaining blogs :D!

 

 

Anything But Books Tag

Hi guys! This has been a couple of extremely stressful weeks as I’m having my exams right now. Just finished the second one a few hours back so have a little time to rest until the next one tomorrow… but then I’m free! I’ve barely read anything this month because all my time have been spent on studying, but I hope I’ll get to read some soon 🙂

I was tagged to do this tag by the gorgeous Jackie @ toomuchofabooknerd, big thanks! ❤

1. Name a cartoon(s) that you love

I don’t watch cartoon now but I loved (still love) Avatar: The Last Airbender!

2. What is your favorite song right now?

Omg wow. I have like 1000+ songs I listen to. It all depends on the mood for me. For some examples: If I want to feel ‘magical’ I’d say ‘Alice‘ by Cocteau Twins take the top list (I listen to many versions of the song, my favorite remix is this one and my favorite cover is [x]). I really hope to find a fitting book soon for ‘A Song & A Book’… If I feel angsty or emotional (especially over a book and/or characters) ‘The Walk‘ by Imogen Heap. That song really expresses those feelings perfectly it’s so beautiful.

3. What could you do for hours (that isn’t reading)?

Listen to music or watch Studio C sketches on Youtube haha…

4. What is something you love to do that your followers would be surprised by?

Hm man I don’t know, sarcasm?

5. What is your favorite unnecessarily specific thing to learn about (this can do with books, I guess)?

Omg I am a walking encyclopedia of (un)necessarily specific facts. I am not kidding, I am that friend in the group. Not only can (or could) I say hello in like 40 languages and example ask for help in Indonesian (though I’ve never been there nor know anyone from there), in every course I love to learn weird facts. My ‘bizarre historical events’ book tag (x) is quite a dead giveaway of my little trait.

6. What is something unusual you know how to do?

I don’t know? I can sneak up on a roe deer from the front (did that once). I can also mess up ‘technics’ like I was once on the radio and they had troubles with the sending for the first time, twice. And they couldn’t figure out what it was. Oh and I know how to cook scones in the oven. They’re not supposed to do that.

7. Name something you’ve made in the last year (and show us, if you can)

I’ve made the right choice

8. What is your most recent personal project?

Survive the exams

9. Tell us something you think about often (maybe while staring out of windows)

“Is that cat chasing a roe deer?”

10. Give us something that’s your favorite.

Reptiles! like me and a friend was outside once and saw a snake and we both freaked out – she out of terror and I out of happiness.

Lastly, say the first thing that pops into your head

ALAS, POOR YORICK –