A few hours ago I was sent the finalists for the Gordon Edgley Book Review competition, where people had to review books that they (or anyone else) had never actually read. These reviews were BRILLIANT. We got some of the best, most imaginative responses back, and it was not easy picking winners.
But picking winners is what I had to do, and so the winners are Patricia Snake, Sophie Carter, Ella Corkum and Katie Roberts-Malpass.
Huge congratulations to the winners, and a huge congratulations to EVERYONE who entered. You have kept me entertained...!
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(hello death and Tia hows it going?) *reads note and nods again* *writes raven another note and puts the book down by raven*
(it says ok that is where we shall meet and don't worry they shouldn't get suspicious)
(Yeah, my eyes burn Rose. I need my sunglasses on just to look at my iPad screen.)
Grand Rose, let's continue on.
You first babe ^-^
(Is it in negative, Raven??)
Phaestra: Expect them. But don't be paranoid about them.
*nods at Garrett*
*smiles and takes a bite of the cake*
Hey Inky, this is really good cake. What did you put in it?
(As in, inverted colours so white is on black?)
((Cider? Seriously?))
((@Rose speaking of alarms going off, I blame my phone alarm for me being very late to school today... Louder, please! You listening, phone?))
*smiles* I put in special chocolate, that I tempered myself. The thing that makes cake so delicious is the thought of the happiness it brings others
Happy Friday Everyone!!!
@Silente I'm good thank you, How are you?
*sighs* what are they gonna try do?
(Yea, cider is cowing lush)
*walks into a different room and starts rummaging amongst inky's things (not the bedroom O_O)*
Phaestra: I have already told you what they will try and do.
(VIVVY! *tacklehugs*)
Specifically.
(*hugs and then runs away to go watch Despicable me 2)
(Hi Viv)
*She looked at Marrok across the room and shook her head. That wasn't right. Marrok was a wolf, not a little boy. Marrok should not be human.
She glanced over at Roland and swallowed thickly, shaking her head at him*
I... I don't know what... I don't know what we're supposed to do with him... Roland, I-
*She looked away, her head starting to spin*
Ariana... What did you do...?
*continues searching*
*frowns understanding very little of what Inky just said*
Well it tastes great! You did a good job.
*whispers to Inky*
Is Felix really allergic to cutesy stuff. Or is he making that up?
(Happy Friday, Viv! (and all you non-Vivanus people))
((@Inky can I have your email, please?))
*whispers back* I think he thinks that it will affect his status as a badass demon
Felix: what are you talkin g about?
(Raven, yeah, negative/inverted colour/etc.)
(Hey Viv. I had a dream the other night that I had to kill you. No hard feelings <3 )
(Gar, WHAT DO YOU THINk iNKY HAS IN THE BEDROOM?!)
*Tacklecuddles Rose*
Hey ^-^
(No but I tried them at the start and I couldn't read it because it didn't look nice.)
*turns to look at Felix*
You
*coughs*
Your...friend's cake recipie.
*Ariana giggled at Marrok and he giggled back as they both looked at one another, as if they knew a secret. Ariana then clapped her hands strongly once and Marrok was back to being a wolf. She clapped again and he was back to being a boy.
She then talked to Rose without touching her. Proving how strong her powers were getting.*
he. wanted. to. play. but. didn't. want. to. hurt. me. so. i. came. up. with. this.
*Roland's wings flapped nervously as he watched the human Marrok and then he stopped and frowned.*
Roland: Rose, it's the boy from her dream!
(Nuuuuu come baaaaaaaack!)
(*looks at Death* No. You no kill him. You kill him me kill Loki!)
(SHUT UP YOU STUPID BIRDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ITS 5:30 FOR GODS SAKE!!!))
(*hoists Blake off Deathy* nuh.)
(Hello Blake!)
(Hey Blake)
Yes felix, nothing for you to worry about
Phaestra: I cannot answer specifically.
*Smacks Sil with his wing and goes back to cuddling Rose*
(NUH! *pulls Blake off rose* you make chi sad!!)
*OH, I just realised I've been ghosting*
*is ghosting*
*hugs Death :/*
*hugs everybody else[who is happy to hug]*
*hovers translucently*
(I'm not in the bedroom inky O_O) (I'm looking for a button i installed in your house to find my secret thing) *finds button* ah ha! *door opens very loudly*.
Phaestra: I do not know.
(What..? Why's she sad..? I thought that was just because of the stupid ship for me and Rose that I've never liked.)
(*Pushes Blake away sadly*
Me can't cuddle you. Chi gets unhappy...)
*She frowned at Ariana and repeated her words for Roland. She picked her up into her arms and nuzzled her cheek*
You've got to control yourself, dear. Someone is going to-
*Her head whipped around to Roland, her eyes wide, horrified. Then they slowly made their way to Marrok*
Roland... I don't... I don't understand... Roland. Marrok...? Roland, why the Hell was she dreaming about Marrok? Ariana, why is he from your dreams? I just don't... I'm not getting any of this...
*She patted her leg, looking at Marrok*
Here boy?
(OH MY FLIPPIN POTATOES! SO MANY MOTHER FREAKING BIRDS WITH ANNOYING CALLS. OH GOD NOW THERE'S A KOOKABURRA! *dies*)
(*accepts taia's hug* thank you for that.
*junos* gar, what was that? (Yes but why wouldn't you look? What did you think she kept in there?)
*jumps and hugs Inky*
What was that?
(*Hugs Taia*)
(*Walks sadly away from Blake and sits down*
Chi will get unhappy, so we can't cuddle anymore...)
*lets Rave hug her* I donto know ....
(Death, killing me in your dreams is not a good sign!)
(Nuh. She get sad. Yu give away her cuddles.)
Oh...
*sighs*
*her voice is shaky*
Do...do...you want....to...to go...see...what it...it was?
(*hugs Viv* Alive. Chew iz alive)
*shouts from secret room* nothing you need to worry about and don't look for me! (i don't know something valuable?)
(Rose gives away Loki's cuddles... >.<)
(Yay!! I can keep killing Viv in my dreams!! ^.^ )
Phaestra: If one comes, just use the shield. Tap on the symbol on the front twice and I will know you are in danger.
(*sighs* okay, at least it was that and not something else)
*ignores Gar* yes we should
(Blake, Chi got sad because everyone started shipping us... Because we were cuddling... So we're not allowed to cuddle anymore...
*Cries*)
(@Deathy Nuuuuuuuh don't kill vivvy!)
Okay.
*holds Inky's hand*
Okay, I'm not scared anymore. Let's go.
Phaestra: I will depart. *vanishes in a flash of light*
*leads her to the source of the noise*
Gar...what are you doing? *sees secret door*
(Bye bye, Soph!)
*wbd watching Moon*
(i don't think like that O_O, and the secret door which is now open is in the living room behind the open book case.)
(I'm still remaining here - Phaestra isn't, however.)
Oh Gosh! It's like that movie where the people are in the house.
*looks around*
Careful Inky, if this is anything like the movie there will most definitely be ninjas all around us. We just don't know it yet.
(*giggles* soz, its just my mind XD)
*Marrok, now a boy, stood up and wobbled his way walking over to Rose. He got to her leg and hugged it tightly as Ariana giggled at him from her perch in Rose's arms.*
Roland: I know it sounds very far fetched but look at the shape of his eyes, the hair colouring plus now he can sort of shape shift from boy to wolf.
She... we really need to entrust someone in to study her powers before we become over whelmed. Then at least we can be prepared for the new baby.
*grins* don't worry, Rave. I will protect you
(Hey I'll brb.)
*watches her leave*
*sits heavily and lays down*
(note to self: watch out for Chloe's mind) *hears inky and raven and shouts* im not doing anything down here!
(Kay Rave)
*shouts Back* Sure, cos there was a secret passage here before...
Rose?
*She looked at Marrok hugging her leg and her eyes turned fearful as she glanced away. It wasn't right for a wolf to become human. Lorcan, Drew and the others were the exception. Little children should not be able to shift.
She carefully made her way towards Roland, being careful with the boy attatched to her leg, and wrapped one arm around his waist, the other supporting Ariana*
We... I think we need to find who Chase was talking about...
(Loki!)
(Turns out nothing happen, it's just a flippin bird.)
*lets go of Inky's hand and walks to the passageway*
I'm going in. You coming?
*nods* I will
*changes into semi wolf form*
*being cautious
Hey. Zanida is being mean to me. She said I need to behave before my wedding.
*walks down the stairs one by one*
Garrett? Where are you?
*Roland bent down and looked at the little boy. He looked at his limbs, his facial features, he looked exceptionally healthy. Marrok then turned to Roland and smiled.*
Marrok: Dada!!
*Roland jumped back slightly with him calling him that.*
Roland: We... um... we don't even know where his wife's facility is or where to find it. Or to find her.
*Roland seemed really distracted as he was talking to Rose. What Marrok called him really put him off.*
(You do have to behave before your wedding. Zanida is being truthful. No funny stuff, okay, mister? No suddenly appearing in my room or something...)
There was i just didn't tell you.
I'm being watched by Thor and Zanida, they threatened to ask Banner to come.
*arches an eyebrow* so whats up? and don't say anything sarcy
*She flinched when Marrok called Roland 'Dada'. Her day kept getting weirder and weirder. She didn't understand why Marrok was the boy from Ariana's dream, or why he thought of Roland as his father.
She reached out and ruffled Roland's hair softly, smiling*
I wouldn't have a clue how to go about it... But on the plus side of things, you are a dad afterall.
*She smiled and kissed his nose*
*hides*
*keeps walking*
Garrett.
*looks around*
Where is he Inky?
(Oh... Now that's a threat... Why would you do something that bad, Loki?
*She stood up and cuddled him tightly*
They are mean... Whars their definition of 'funny', anyway?)
*finds him* now, look. what are you hiding in My house? aren't we friends?
I apparently am not allowed to play tricks on anyone today.
*Roland's wings flapped nervously again as he looked down at the little boy again.*
Roland: Why did he say that? This just feels too peculiar. I am at a loss on what to do darling.
sometimes. things. are. meant. to. be. and. are. supposed. to. happen. and. sometimes. things. need. a. helping. hand. to. get. to. where. they. are. meant. to. be.
*Ariana giggled as she finished with what she was saying before looking back down at Marrok.*
We are friends and i tried to keep this secret but now you're forcing me to show what I've been hiding here *walks over to a door*
(They're mean... You can show me a few tricks, right...? Let the bride have her fun. Show me something!)
*stares at the door intently*
*tilts head* honestly, what cant you tell me?
(Sorry, I disappeared briefly.)
I'll show you *opens door* inside is my most treasured item its priceless.
*She stroked Roland's wings softly and smiled*
Ariana says that sometimes things are supposed are meant to be and they're supposed to happen. And sometimes they need a helping hand to get where they're meant to be...
*She placed Ariana on the floor, pulled Marrok from her legs, and sat down with him in her arms. She leaned against Roland, smiling at the child*
Ariana, what is meant to be...?
*looks inside* (what shall she see?)
(What's happening, currently?)
*wonders if any of the other gods will come*
*hmmm*
*Marrok held onto Rose as he hugged her tightly. He rubbed his face against her, feeling very secure in her arms.*
me. and. marrok. met. in. past. life. he. died. came. back. as. a. wolf. pup. i. knew. him. instantly. but. i. don't. know. when. it. was. a. dream. me. and. marrok. are. meant. to. be.
*Roland sat behind Ariana and started brushing her wings, they had really gotten tangled during the night.*
Its a 24carrot gold egg with diamonds embedded in it.
*blinks* and you hide it...why?
*stares at the egg*
Can you eat it?
*Her face grew soft as she listened to Ariana. When she had finished, she beamed and kissed all three of them. She stroked Marrok's fur and hugged him tighter*
Roland... Ariana and Marrok... They met in another life. She says that they're ment to be.
*She looked at the little boy in her arms and, after smothering his face with kisses, she nuzzled his cheek*
I'll take you in as my own, Marrok... I love you... You're welcome to stay with me.
I hide it because it is so valuable and no raven you can't eat it
*shakes head* I don't think so Rave...
*Marrok's hair
Thank you, audiobook, for confusing the Hell out of me. <3
*sighs* well, I wouldn't have stolen it form you, so there wasn't any need to hide it from me, in my cotaage
*laughs, making Zanida look like Thor*
((Apologizes, my author was buying coffee. ))
*Roland smiled as Marrok giggled and hugged Rose tighter.*
Marrok: Mama...
*Ariana giggled and gently clapped her hands. It was only a really loud one clap that transformed the little boy.*
Roland: Looks like we just became parents my darling.
Gosh, we have to get him some things. There is nothing for a little boy here.
(*She giggled and looked over to Zan. She turned back and kissed Loki's jaw*
Make her look like Heimdall...?)
I'm not hiding it from you inky i trust you and I'm not hiding it from raven, I'm hiding because of its value and i need somewhere people won't look so i chose here.
Going to poof now...can't feel eyes and......
*nods* Okay, I wont tell anyone
(kay Rave)
*her image is now Heimdall*
Zanida: HEY!!!
Mama...?
*She turned to Roland, smiling widely. Once Marrok had been changed back, she wrapped her arms tightly around Roland*
I'm a mum... You're a dad... We're parents!!
*She pulled away, then took Ariana back to her cot, closely followed by Marrok. She made sure both were comfortable before she went back to Roland.
She kissed him softly, her arms wrapping around him tightly*
(*She laughed again and kissed Loki's chest. She looked back to Zan and smiled hugely*
I kinda hope Heimdall is seeing this... This is funny...
Loki, make Thor... Hmmm... Make him Sif!)
(back blogger had a hissy fit)
(ok rave I'll talk to you in the daisy field when you come back)
Ok inky that's all i ask *leaves room* you coming?
*grins* yes, shall we get a drink?
*Roland kissed her softly back, he wrapped his arms around her, making sure not to squeeze as tightly because of her wound.*
Roland: Maybe... this might sound selfish but... maybe Ariana could make the change permanent for him? For our family? Or is that a bad idea?
*Ariana sat in her cot and clapped again, changing Marrok back into a boy. They hugged each other as they sat in the cot with one another.*
Ok where shall we drink?
At the bar...where we always go...
Ok lets go, shall we walk or shadow walk?
*grins* I like the shadow walking
It would change what future her ever would have had as a wolf, but no, I don't think it's a bad idea... Unless Marrok wants to stay wolf... But I have no idea...
*She rested happily against his chest, listening to his heart while she glanced behind at te two children*
Three kids and three adults... Our family is getting big... Roland, I love you. I'm so happy that you're hear with me right now...
*She nuzzled his chest again*
You look ravishing, sister.
Zanida: Good now Sif and I can kick your butt as twins.
I dedicate this page to my wedding today. I shall be married to a lovely lady, and she is mine. Stand back, you mewling quims!
(hear hear)
(joke: how do ghosts like their eggs
Terri-fried)
(ear ear)
(Loki!!
*She frowned at Thor and pushed Loki. Then she crossed her arms stubbornly over her chest*
You're not supposed to say that when your bride-to-be is right here. You do not say that someone, whether it be an actual girl or an illusion, you don't say that they look ravaging!!
That just makes me feel like crawling away into a hole and dying...)
*Roland watched the two kids also. It made him smile, seeing them like that.*
Roland: Well he seems happy being human. That he is able to play without hurting anyone or hug and show affection.
Our family really is getting big. It is a great thing.
Just one thing... How do we explain this to Casha?
(*Totes ain't blushing from the dedication*)
Inky i think we should walk to the bar today?
(lol, good one)
*nods* okay, lets go *smiles*
*smiles back and starts walking* its a nice day for walking (i know its dark outside)
(hehe Yes, but when does that matter in blogland)
*smiles* indeed it is
One big family... I do hope it eventually gets bigger, too, if you know what I mean, Roland.
*She beamed up at him, her eyes twinkling*
I'll talk to Casha about this now, if you'd like. I'm not going to say it was us, because she would know something was up, so I'll tell her the truth. That Ariana did this.
*puts badass sunglasses on* what do you think (true true haha)
(^^) *nods and smiles* they suit you Gar
Zanida: Rose, he is being one hudred percent sarcastic to me.
Believe me, my sister is far from ravishing.
Roland: Yes that is a better plan than before. And could you just check her over and see that she is healing and feeling okay.
I am going to go and write out things we need for Marrok... For our little boy.
*Roland smiled as he said the last sentence before walking out and rooting around for a shopping catalogue.*
(I'm back.)
(welcomes Rave ^^)
((Msd for dinner...WE SHALL MAKE THE WEDDING HAPPEN AT 8PM MY TIME SO COME LET US GATHER AT SAID TIME IN SIGHT OF A NORSE WEDDING I NEED TO LOOK UP BECAUSE MY IPOD DELETED MY NOTES.-Zaf
(Accepts the welcome and hugs Inky.)
(*hugs*)
Thank you, where's your hat / sunglasses ? (ho ho ho)
*puts on a sunhat* here it is
*runs and catches up to the two*
Where are we headed? And why are you wearing sunglasses?
Very nice *cheeky grin* (hello raven hows it going?)
we are going to the bar, rave
*giggles*
(It's going good, I'm watching the sun be all pretty and rise and stuff.)
Ohhh...
*smiles*
Count me in.
*arrives at the bar* what does everyone want?
(Hello Edward. How is you?)
(Hey Ed)
*looks at Inky*
Can I have a water? Please.
9AND WE WERE SINGING
HYMNS AND ARIAS
LAND OF MY FATHERS
AR HYG AR NOS)
Ok and I'm wearing sunglasses because i look badass in them *arrives at bar and opens door* after you ladies.
(Actually, nevemind goodbye)
*smiles* sure
*gets Rave water, but secretly adds vodka*
(Byii Ed :( )
(It seems I disappeared briefly.)
(hello + bye ed and hello commander hows it going?) inky what do you want to drink?
*smiles* cider please
(I am average. Yourself?)
(Bye Edward. Really Inky, you want to deal with a drunk Raven? Your choice.)
*takes the glass*
Thank you.
*looks at Garrett*
I guess you sort of look badass. I mean if you tilted your head and looked on a funny angle.
*takes a sip of the water-vodka*
(Hello Commander.)
( I have never met drunk Rave)
(You know, neither have I, I just hoped that. I wouldn't have to deal with one because sober Raven is annoying enough. He k, she might pass out and I would have peace in my brain, I'm all for this.)
( good good ^^)
(I do not like myself when I am drunk.)
(Why is that Soph?)
*gets manly beer and inky a cider* *gives inky the cider*
*smiles* thank you, Gar
*frowns* how can you drink that stuff?
(Manly Beer! Rawr! From the creators of Girly Beer and Kid Beer.)
So, how often do you come here.
*tries to act all nonchalant and rests elbow on the bar*
*slips and hits her chin on the table*
Ow.
(lolz, Rave)
*looks concerned* Are you alright rave?
I come here all the time
*sips drink*
(I tend to go in several stages. And there aren't many I like.)
*sips drink*
I'm fine, but this water tastes a little odd. It's probably like...ummm...mountain water or something and I'm tasting the fish pee.
*nods vigorously* that's it...defo
*keeps drinking*
(watch this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8Q61enwshs
they pronounce his name wrong)
(I am so sorry... I fell asleep!!))
Sure thing.
*She smiled at Roland and walked out, straight into Casha's room. She crawled into the bed beside her and snuggled against her*
Hey... Are you awake...?
*takes a long drink from the glass finishing the last dregs*
Fish pee makes my head feel funny.
*smiles* it appears so
*getting more and more drunk*
*Casha groaned in her sleep as she sighed. She slowly woke up and stretched her arm. She turned in the bed and smiled at Rose.*
Casha: You're so warm...
Its very simple drinking beer you just drink *drinks* see (I've never drunk beer before only cider)
()
Loki, Zan, I don't care if it's sarcasm... I'm not an Asgardian, not a true one at least... I'm counterfeit... I'll always feel like I don't belong...
*applauds him* w welllll done!!!
(Well, lager is disgusting )
(that i agree on its awful and there is a new post!!) thank you,
you feeling ok raven?
*looks at Garrett*
Hey! Stop that!
Thank you, Casha, I do pride myself on being warm and huggly.
*She smiled and wrappe her arms tightly around Casha. She rested her head on the pillow besise her an sighed contentedly*
Roland and I have news, but you can't freak out, okay?
Stop what?
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