4. (A) Primrose Hill - the kids and I actually chased a sunset tonight that was gorgeous! Made me think of the Krakatoa sunsets.
5. (C) Tea with Mary and Emma - hilarious!
6. Latin Phrases for the Unrepentant - I'm learning Latin with my girls right now and it's so much fun. Essays is tempting though and Jane is already a fave!
7. (B) Christmas
8. (C) Placing it between both hands, let it slip into the water.
9. (E) The Roman or (b) Saffronia
10. (A) Pierce for Emma. Has no one else gotten big brother vibes from Islington?
I also love the close connections to Declan and have enjoyed reading snippets in the Gazette! I know either Hawkes or Islington's relationships to Emma could change in the future but right now I really enjoy them as supporting her and watching out for her.
My family and I thoroughly loved your visit, Beth! Thank you so much for coming to the Northwest!
I'm coming late to the party, but here are my replies --
1. Whereabouts Lane
2. The Reed & Rite, with a good perusal of the Keep
3. Islington's library
4. The streets of St. Crispian's
5. Tea at Lapis Lazuli with Mary and Emma, 2nd choice Agnes in the kitchen
6. Shakespeare's Comedies!!! Who could resist Declan Lion's illustrations?!!! We recently viewed an art exhibit from his time period -- it makes me wonder what art style he and Saffronia painted with? An early impressionist?
7. All of them!!! (I'm looking forward to whatever May Day will bring!) If I had to choose just one -- I love all things Christmas.
8. Both hands, slipping into the water while counting my blessings.
9. The Roman. A chat with Lady Trewartha would also be pretty cool!
10. For myself -- Hawkes, Plithco Wright, or Professor Fletcher, especially if he taught math or science.
For Emma -- I'm looking forward to seeing how things turn out for her! My inclination (at present) is Pierce. Hawkes and Islington are wonderful, but her relationships with them have a sibling quality. While she writes that they look handsome, I haven't picked up any attraction between them, whereas her attraction to Pierce and was evident as soon as he arrived, even before she had let Maxwell go. I suspect that Pierce will first experience a lot more healing (St. Crispian's style).
I’m trying to “like” all of the responses but it only lets me reply. So many wonderful people on here, I guess we are Beth’s Tribe?
Even talking about some of these answers feels like it might alter the outcome - please no, loving that the story will stretch out for years and we can try to savor and not gobble it, ha!
Whereabouts Lane
The R&R (the missing items are too fun)
Islington’s library
Primrose Hill
Paper and Pierce
Latin Phrases for the Unrepentant (has me laughing so often)
Christmas
The fountain is private but helping Hawke’s scoop coins is a yes
Tie between Saffronia and The Roman
I have a list of guesses who ends up with whom does anyone else?
I trust Beth will guide us through several scenarios because they all love Emma in some way. Please take your time.🤗💙
But there can at the end only be one set of footsteps on Emma’s stairs and it will be the one who loved her at first sight. Hawkes the Fox
Rest assured, nothing a reader says or writes will ever influence the plot. I already know everything that happens. These questions are simply a fun romp, nothing more. I will never write by committee. My characters would never let me. Lol.
Love the quiz and love the coming announcement! I finished the Imirillia trilogy yesterday and loved it! I was engrossed! Just wondering if you would ever consider writing a short story (in the fashion of the St. Crispian's Gazette) featuring characters from that series, Beth. I miss them already! ❤️
Beth, how did you get connected with Students in DR? What a wonderful opportunity for them and for you. I love all your books, but Beast of Ten holds a special place for sure and is so rich in meaning.
I’ve got Pierce matched with Saffronia too! I have a feeling Arabella and Roland may be wild cards. Do you feel Victoria moving into the neighborhood will turn her into a kindred spirit with Emma and maybe become of interest to Islington?
1. A
2. The Langham
3. Having spent my 20s and 30s doing a and b, would def opt for C
4. A I love a good quiet park with a view
5. C. But can we also include Arabella? And Saff?
6. The complete works of Shakespeare with illustrations by her father
7. E. Definitely.
8. C
9. B Though the Roman is a close second.
10. Islington. Pierce is tempting, but see 3.
Julius Caesar would be amazing, but I don’t know that I have the fortitude necessary to acquire the ticket!
You do. We would help you.
Your answers are great! I had to go back and look at the questions.
I'm drawing a blank. Who is Edward Norriage??
Lol! He is a barely mentioned character. In the books he was found wearing Mrs. Killorhan's wig. In the Gazette he's referenced a time or two.
Ha! Thank you! That's probably why I couldn't think of him!
1. a) Whereabouts Lane
2. a) The Reed & Rite
3. Yes.
4. e) Wandering the graveyard behind the church
6. d) Reading a newspaper with Pierce in his studio
7. d) Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson
8. a) All Hallows' Eve so far, but I love, love the clue search for tickets for Julius Caesar’s Day!
9. c) Placing it between both hands, let it slip into the water
10. c) Edward Norriage - I know he has some stories to tell - I think he would make me laugh and cry.
11. a) Pierce for me but d) Islington for Emma all the way. Jack and Roland are both runners up.
Ugh. Auto numbering in Notes...
1) a
2) a
3) c
4) e
5) c!
6) c!!
7) b—specifically Christmas Eve, but maybe I will have other feelings after reading about the May Day celebration.
8) c
9) d
10) e
I love the quiz ☺️ and the pending announcement!!!!!
1. (A) Whereabouts Lane
2. (A) Reed and Rite
3. (C) Islington's Library
4. (A) Primrose Hill - the kids and I actually chased a sunset tonight that was gorgeous! Made me think of the Krakatoa sunsets.
5. (C) Tea with Mary and Emma - hilarious!
6. Latin Phrases for the Unrepentant - I'm learning Latin with my girls right now and it's so much fun. Essays is tempting though and Jane is already a fave!
7. (B) Christmas
8. (C) Placing it between both hands, let it slip into the water.
9. (E) The Roman or (b) Saffronia
10. (A) Pierce for Emma. Has no one else gotten big brother vibes from Islington?
Yes! I absolutely sense big brother vibes from Islington. I love that he and Hawkes had close connections with Emma’s father.
I also love the close connections to Declan and have enjoyed reading snippets in the Gazette! I know either Hawkes or Islington's relationships to Emma could change in the future but right now I really enjoy them as supporting her and watching out for her.
My family and I thoroughly loved your visit, Beth! Thank you so much for coming to the Northwest!
I'm coming late to the party, but here are my replies --
1. Whereabouts Lane
2. The Reed & Rite, with a good perusal of the Keep
3. Islington's library
4. The streets of St. Crispian's
5. Tea at Lapis Lazuli with Mary and Emma, 2nd choice Agnes in the kitchen
6. Shakespeare's Comedies!!! Who could resist Declan Lion's illustrations?!!! We recently viewed an art exhibit from his time period -- it makes me wonder what art style he and Saffronia painted with? An early impressionist?
7. All of them!!! (I'm looking forward to whatever May Day will bring!) If I had to choose just one -- I love all things Christmas.
8. Both hands, slipping into the water while counting my blessings.
9. The Roman. A chat with Lady Trewartha would also be pretty cool!
10. For myself -- Hawkes, Plithco Wright, or Professor Fletcher, especially if he taught math or science.
For Emma -- I'm looking forward to seeing how things turn out for her! My inclination (at present) is Pierce. Hawkes and Islington are wonderful, but her relationships with them have a sibling quality. While she writes that they look handsome, I haven't picked up any attraction between them, whereas her attraction to Pierce and was evident as soon as he arrived, even before she had let Maxwell go. I suspect that Pierce will first experience a lot more healing (St. Crispian's style).
My expectation and hope is that Pierce will also experience some healing! Although I expect all of them will, Hawkes and Islington specifically.
1. A, without a doubt
2. A, how could you not?!
3. B, my favorite chapters are the Reprobates Ten!
4. C
5. B, definitely would not be boring!
6. D
7. C or E, definitely a toss up!
8. A
9. E
10. Three-way tie between C, D, E with a slight lean towards E. I just feel like Hawkes really sees Emma.
I’m trying to “like” all of the responses but it only lets me reply. So many wonderful people on here, I guess we are Beth’s Tribe?
Even talking about some of these answers feels like it might alter the outcome - please no, loving that the story will stretch out for years and we can try to savor and not gobble it, ha!
Whereabouts Lane
The R&R (the missing items are too fun)
Islington’s library
Primrose Hill
Paper and Pierce
Latin Phrases for the Unrepentant (has me laughing so often)
Christmas
The fountain is private but helping Hawke’s scoop coins is a yes
Tie between Saffronia and The Roman
I have a list of guesses who ends up with whom does anyone else?
I trust Beth will guide us through several scenarios because they all love Emma in some way. Please take your time.🤗💙
But there can at the end only be one set of footsteps on Emma’s stairs and it will be the one who loved her at first sight. Hawkes the Fox
Rest assured, nothing a reader says or writes will ever influence the plot. I already know everything that happens. These questions are simply a fun romp, nothing more. I will never write by committee. My characters would never let me. Lol.
I love The Beast of Ten and everything that it is, teaches, and means.
Love the quiz and love the coming announcement! I finished the Imirillia trilogy yesterday and loved it! I was engrossed! Just wondering if you would ever consider writing a short story (in the fashion of the St. Crispian's Gazette) featuring characters from that series, Beth. I miss them already! ❤️
Beth, how did you get connected with Students in DR? What a wonderful opportunity for them and for you. I love all your books, but Beast of Ten holds a special place for sure and is so rich in meaning.
1. a) Whereabouts Lane
2. a) The Reed and Rite
3. Probably c) Sit for a read and a chat in Islington’s library, though I’d rather hang out with Hawkes.
4. c) and e), varied with a)
5. f) doing most anything with Hawkes
6. a) Shakespeare’s Comedies, in Full
7. a) All Hallow’s Eve
8. b), sort of. A right-hand toss, but not open palm.
9. f) Hawkes
10. e) Hawkes! Islington should marry Arabella, and Pierce should marry Saffronia, if he can get reasonable control over his dark side.
Thank you for asking.
I’ve got Pierce matched with Saffronia too! I have a feeling Arabella and Roland may be wild cards. Do you feel Victoria moving into the neighborhood will turn her into a kindred spirit with Emma and maybe become of interest to Islington?
1. a) Whereabouts Lane
2. a) The Read and Rite
3. Probably c) Sit for a read and a chat in Islington’s library
4. c) and e), varied with a)
5. f) doing most anything with Hawkes
6. a) Shakespeare’s Comedies, in Full
7. a) All Hallow’s Eve
8. b), sort of. A right-hand toss, but not open palm.
9. f) Hawkes
10. e) Hawkes! Islington should marry Arabella, and Pierce should marry Saffronia, if he can get reasonable control of his dark side.