Top Ten Tuesday: Where Are They Now?

 

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl.


This week's Top Ten Tuesday topic:
Where Are They Now?
Favorite Character Updates

What do you know? I'm actually sticking to the prompt this week. Go me. *fist bump*
I actually like this prompt because there are always those characters that stick with me long after I turn the last page. The ones that I find myself thinking about and wondering how they're doing. I mean, yeah, the story ended, but in my mind they're still carrying on, going about their lives. And I need to know... are they okay?



So here are some favorite characters that I'd love to have updates on. A little where are they now action. A glimpse at what they're doing, what's going on in their lives, and confirmation that all is well.



Wes & Jamie (Wesmie): Him/Us/Epic - I will never tire of Wes and Jamie updates and will always, always want to know how they're doing. Even the most mundane, day-in-the-life snippet would work.
Gentry: The Reckless Oath We Made - Gentry is one of the most unique characters I've ever encountered and I'd love to know what his life looks like now.
Dev & Charlie: The Charm Offensive - I just need more of these two cinnamon rolls. More, more, more.
Grip & Bristol: Flow/Grip/Still - Even though Still wrapped up perfectly, I would never say no to a peek into the future of this unforgettable couple.
Simon: Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda - I'd love a visit with post-high school, post-college Simon and see what his life looks like now.



Wavy: All the Ugly and Wonderful Things - It's no surprise that another character from Bryn Greenwood is on my list. Wavy was simply unforgettable and I'm curious at the turns her life may have taken. She deserved good things.
Lydia: The Two Lives of Lydia Bird - Lydia was dealt a hard blow and struggled hard to work through the loss. Even though her story ended well, it'd be great to get a look further down the road.
Simon & Meg: The Others series - The original series with Simon and Meg concluded after book number five and there was a kinda/sorta hint at a future for them. I mean, everyone around them knew they had feelings so did they ever act on them? I want confirmation, people.
Julian: A List of Cages - Julian is a soul too precious and pure for this earth. And I need to know that he is okay. Seriously. 
Lily & Atlas: It Ends With Us - I was okay with how this one ended because it was obvious that these two people had found their way back to each other. But that doesn't stop me from wanting more. I'd be so happy to see where they are now.

Have you read any of these books?

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  1. I'd love an update on Lily and Atlas, too!

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    1. Yes! Even though I'm sure they got their HEA, I'd love to see them together.

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  2. "are they okay?" Love that. :)

    Reckless Oath has me curious with a title like that! And Lydia Bird looks interesting.

    Happy Tuesday!

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    1. I actually think you would like The Reckless Oath We Made, Greg. I guess I would just consider it general fiction (maybe crossed with literary fiction?) and it was such a unique story.

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  3. I agree with Wes & Jamie, Simon, and Dev & Charlie. I want to know how they're all doing! I still need to read A List of Cages.

    Lauren @ www.shootingstarsmag.net

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    1. A List of Cages broke my heart but was so unforgettable.

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  4. I will never not want more Wesmie or Grip and Bristol. Especially Wesmie, though. And Wavy...I guess I do want an update on her even though that book rubbed me wrong a bit.
    My post will hopefully be up later. I started migration on my blog to a new host yesterday and it's not done yet.

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    1. I will always want more Wesmie and will never get enough. :) I know All the Ugly and Wonderful Things was pretty divisive and there are a lot of opinions. Reading some interviews with the author really shed some light on her motivation and her stance on Wavy's agency for me. (But that's a whole other conversation.) I hope the migration goes smoothly!

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  5. Almost all of these are on my TBR still but it's good to know that these characters really stuck with you! I'd definitely love more Wes & Jamie though—can never get enough of those two! 😍

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  6. A resounding YES to finding out how Lydia is doing. I really feel like she was just starting over at the end of that book. Cages would be a great one for me too.

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    1. I agree, she really was making a fresh start. So we need a check-in. :)

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  7. I will read any Wes and Jamie update, forever.

    Happy TTT!
    Lori
    https://fiftytwo.blog/2021/11/23/ttt-10-characters-id-love-an-update-on/

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  8. I had a hard time with this prompt. I guess I just don't wonder that much what happens to characters after their books end. I assume they're off living wonderful, happy lives. If they're not? I DON'T want to know! LOL.

    Happy TTT!

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    1. I am operating under the assumption they are all blissfully happy. LOL

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  9. I so agree about never having enough Wes and Jamie updates! And I'd also love some Charlie and Dev updates for sure.

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    1. Charlie and Dev just warmed my heart and I definitely need more.

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  10. A book about adult-aged Simon would be so much fun!

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    1. Yes! I would love to see what Simon was up to... and if he was still sweet and funny and a little awkward. :)

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  11. Damn I should have thoughts of Bryn Greenwood's characters and a List of Cage nearly made it to my list!

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    1. Julian had to be on my list... I still worry about that kid. lol

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  12. While I haven't read any of the books you've listed, I do agree that I find myself wondering what's happening in some characters lives. Did they truly get everything they wanted?

    Pam @ Read! Bake! Create!
    https://readbakecreate.com/10-books-that-should-have-sequels/

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    1. Right? We get so invested in their lives and then the story is over! :)

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  13. How on earth do you pick your favorite characters?? haha I have such a struggle choosing them because I get so drawn into growth of characters. I haven't read any of these books hahah but quite a few I have on my wishlist.

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    1. Ideally I'd love an update on every character LOL but I had to narrow it down to these ten. :)

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  14. I haven't read any of these books but the majority of them are on my tbr. I'd love to have novellas set in the future for books I love, I don't ever want to leave certain worlds and characters.
    Jen @ Star-Crossed Book Blog

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    1. Yes! It's so easy to get attached to characters and you don't want to say goodbye!

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  15. I would love an update on Gentry and Simon and Meg! I still need to read All the Ugly and Wonderful Things. I bought an audio. Great list, Tanya!

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  16. You guys bring up so many good books, I never know when I will have time to devour all of them. All the Ugly and Wonderful Things is on my TBR and with you and others talking about it, I think it needs to move up the list.

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    1. The subject matter is tough sometimes, but it's such a thought-provoking story.

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  17. I have read a couple of these. Updates on Wes and Jaime would always be welcome. I loved The Reckless Oath We Made and updates would be great. I wasn't much of a fan of All the Ugly and Wonderful Things though. The Others series and A List of Cages were both phenomenal reads.

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  18. I totally agree on Julian. I'm curious to see how he handles the rest of high school (hopefully making friends within his own class!).

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    1. Right! I hope he settled in to his new life and felt comfortable enough to make friends.

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  19. Oooh, yes to Simon, Wavy, and Julian! Several of your other choices are on my tbr, too. :)

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