#unlikelyallies

[heathercauthor]

21 days until sequel releases!

Book 1 synopsis:

It's the apocalypse, and Feng has a knack for pissing people off. Mercenary Feng is both the hunter and the hunted, searching for his missing family while hunted by the alien intruders who are trying to get him to stop blowing their shit up. Life gets worse when he must befriend one of the alien creatures to survive. She grew up on stories of humans, and Feng’s about to upend everything she's ever known—if they don't get each other killed first.

"Readers may appreciate the many twists and betrayals..." —Kirkus Reviews

"Action-packed, fast-paced sci-fi story bursting with psychological games and manipulations..." —Readers' Favorite

If you like the Last Of Us, the 100, or unlikely allies in the slightest, check out Earth Sucks On Amazon, Kobo or Barnes and Noble!

[platonedge]

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[undeadarchivesyt]

Unlikely Allies: Chapter Two - (Official Trailer 2) | From The Undead Archives

[ourbygoneage]

Ch 28: To the Moon Verse 1

Erzabet finds Tailor sitting alone, deep in thought, and walks up to them. She crosses her arms and raises an eyebrow. "So, Tailor," she says, "are you still planning on chasing after the ones controlling the zombies?"

Tailor looks up, their eyes filled with determination. "Yes," they reply firmly. "But there's something else. Something bigger."

Erzabet tilts her head, curious. "What do you mean?" she asks.

Tailor takes a deep breath. "When we found the satellite phone," they begin, "we received a call from someone on the moon. They called themselves Major Tom."

Erzabet's eyes widen in surprise. "Major Tom?" she repeats, a hint of recognition in her voice. "Like the David Bowie song?"

Tailor nods. "Exactly," they say. "But Major Tom is more than just a reference. They're an advanced AGI, a childlike intelligence that has taken over the moon base."

Erzabet looks intrigued. "So, what does this Major Tom want?" she asks.

Tailor sighs. "They need help," they say. "But to reach them, we'd have to get to the moon."

Erzabet scoffs. "The moon?" she says incredulously. "That sounds impossible."

Tailor smiles wryly. "It may seem impossible," they say, "but think about everything we've already faced. We've survived the apocalypse, confronted zombies, and toppled a corrupt council. We're capable of more than we realize."

Erzabet crosses her arms, her expression thoughtful. "You may have a point," she admits. "But how do we even begin to get to the moon?"

Tailor's eyes sparkle with determination. "We'll figure it out," they say. "We'll gather resources, find allies, and build a plan. If there's a way to reach Major Tom and help them, we have to try."

Erzabet studies Tailor for a moment, then sighs. "You're relentless, aren't you?" she says. "Always chasing after the next adventure."

Tailor grins. "I can't help it," they say. "There's always more to discover, more to fight for."

Erzabet shakes her head, but there's a hint of a smile on her lips. "Fine," she says. "Count me in. I can't resist a good challenge."

Tailor's face lights up with excitement. "Great!" they exclaim. "We'll need all the help we can get."

[scoringeffects]

congratulations to the philadelphia flyers for being the team that is most represented amongst the 24-25 nhl team captains ! (noted ex flyers radko gudas, captain of the ducks, and brayden schenn of st louis)

[substitious-bastard]

finally caved and downloaded balders gate last night and was delighted(sarcastic) to find that my dnd luck has carried over... my first role was a 2

[ml-rarepairs]

Ok ok ok some stuff for Marigami/Kagaminette!!!

Marinette brings the adventure and eye-opening to Kagami.

Kagami brings the courage and a different way of thinking to Marinette.

They support each other in one of the best ways: unlikelyness. With Kagami headstrong determination with sports and Marinette headstrong way of justice and enjoyment of things it creates a beautiful balance where they truly can have amazing experince with each other.

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[dhr-ao3]

Reckoning

Reckoning https://ift.tt/zo7sCpg by ta_laa1 Words: 78, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Fandoms: Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling Rating: Not Rated Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Characters: Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy Relationships: Hermione Granger/Draco Malfoy Additional Tags: #Dramione - Freeform, #postwar, #enemiestolovers, #HogwartsRebuilding, #slowburn, #DracoMalfoyRedemption, #HermioneGrangerPOV, #EmotionalTension, #RedemptionArc, #AngstFic, #HurtComfort, #WarAftermath, #TraumaRecovery, #GryffindorAndSlytherin, #UnlikelyAllies, #BittersweetRomance, #ReluctantAllies, #EmotionalGrowth, #DramioneFeels, #FandomFiction, #harrypotter - Freeform via AO3 works tagged 'Hermione Granger/Draco Malfoy' https://ift.tt/LRS1sCc September 15, 2024 at 08:09PM

[hauntedtvismine]

season 4 and the beauty of it all, the horror and violence of the governor and the love they found on the road, carl feeling a mothers love again, rick seeing life as more than a fight and seeing the light left in the world, daryl and beth bringing out the best in eachother, daryl letting go of his past and beth embracing the present, maggie and glenn having a love so strong that it brought them together against all odds, greatm and the unlikelyness of it all, season 4 and the beauty of it all :(

[fordtato]

Does Sherrie exist in the jersey boy universe (sorry if Sherrie does in fact exist and I somehow glazed over it)? Asking because I know that the fic itself is leading up to the events of gravity falls (the yellow eyes, fidds’ eventual memory gun with the typing mechanics, etc)

I also wonder—what’s your take on Fidds’ nervousness that ford mentions in the third journal in the context of jersey boy? Not the social anxiety aspect but Fidds unlikelyness to be wreckless during his first few years in gravity falls. Would love to hear your take!

i just realized i never answered this, so sorry, I know this is super late. In the fic, Shermie is a baby (in line with the Shermie is a baby theory, just because if he wasn't the baby I figured I'd need to make him more incorporated into Ford's backstory, and I did not want to do that).

Regarding Fiddleford, I view Fiddleford in J3 less as someone who isnt reckless and more as someone who doesn't wanna fuck with the supernatural.

Like, Fiddleford is okay with drinking the alien milk (yee haw) but less so is inclined to, say, summon a demon, or wake the gremoblin.

[mstopportunity]

I think they're closer than that, it's supposed to be something you wouldn't expect to happen a lot, that still happens A LOT. Once or twice or even ten times, sure. But it happens so often that "if you had a nickel for every time it happened, you could buy a house". P&F took it One Step Beyond, by taking the specificity and unlikelyness to the extreme, and adjusting the number down to match.

It's still kinda wild how Phineas and Ferb managed to completely hijack an idiom. Now whenever someone hears a sentence leading with "If I had a nickel for everytime [...]", odds are their brain auto fills with "I'd have two nickels. Which isn't a lot, but it's weird that it happened twice," rather than "I'd be rich," or "I could [action that requires purchasing something requiring an obscene amount of money]". Y'know, what the idiom originally was

[heathercauthor]

Pt6) 5 times the human (Feng) is protective over the alien +1 time the alien (Diem) protects him

Book 2 is releasing the 29th of August 2023! Excuse me as I scream.

Praise for the series: "Readers may appreciate the many twists and betrayals..." —Kirkus Reviews

"Action-packed, fast-paced sci-fi story bursting with psychological games and manipulations..." —Readers' Favorite

If you like the Last Of Us, the 100, or unlikely allies in the slightest, check out book 1, Earth Sucks, On Amazon, Kobo or Barnes and Noble!

[rexhya]

a little life ˚ପ⊹ ⭐️ 4/5 stars

I wanna preface by saying that this 'reveiw' is simply an opinion and its most definitely just for fun, I like talking about things I like talking about—and this—is one of them, thats all.

contains spoilers !

reading length time: 7 days

⭐️ Things A Little Life Did Well

1. Jude's Trauma & Relationship's With His Friends

Not only is the writing style in this book utterly gorgeous but it's written in a way that makes you know Hanya did her research. There's this really strong connection between Jude and the rest of his friends, ( and though there is some context lacking on how exactly they became friends in the first place ) It's doesnt defer from the belivebilty of their relationship and I like that. It's also worth mentioning that you get hooked on wanting to know wgat exactly happened to him and when you do it's kinda of like this 'ohhhhh' moment, and you appreciate the fact it took so long for him to reveal anything about himself other than the most vauge and obvious things. With what he went through, it really makes alot of sense.

2. The Use of Strong Platonic Relationships

It's honestly kind of refreshing to read about the friendships in this book, I think the theme of struggling in a relationship that isn't romantic is so much more realistic for us and for this book obviously. It's also alot of fun reading the dynamicw between not only yhe main 4 but other friends and friends of friends and how the support and love for thoes people goes both ways. My favorite example of this is Jude and his unwillingness to forgive JB and how JB's struggle through addiction compromised weather or not Malcom was "allowed" to be friends with him or not, Jude's and Wilhem's reactions both felt right for their character. I also loved Jude and his adoptive parents relationship, they were exactly the kinds of people Jude would gravitate towards and it was nice to see really.

3. The Prose

Like I mentioned before I adore this writing style, I mean you kind of have to enjoy reading it somehow—the book is over 700 pages long ! It's written it's a way that you literally have to want more. You want to know what happens next and Hanya does a good job at making sure you do, ( despite the insanity of the length otherwise )

⭐️ Things A Little Life Did Not So Well

1. Repetition

Okay don't hate me for this but lowkey, I was evvverr so slightly starting to get sick of Jude and the BULLSHIT, like I feel like right before Jude is abused by Caleb there could have been at least 100 pages taken off, like looorrd have mercyyy, and it's not as if Jude really annoyed me anyways it's more of the fact that there were some interactions and self hate monologues that...could have just been left of I suppose. I think my the 500th page we understand the kind of person Jude is and to be honest I wish she had left some things up to interpretation instead of blatantly stating what it was.

2. The Unlikelyness of The Main 4 and their Careers

Okay yeah, everyone is so well off and somehow they themselves and their friends can just afford to hop to Paris and Peru every other weekend, riiiighht. Like in Wilhem's case I would understand, he's an actor so it's different but everyone else..? I mean what possible could Citizen and the gang be doin in China for the week, ( and don't say vacations because thats just wrong ) like hello? It's also worth mentioning there's hardly anything historical context outside of the world, I feel like despite the multitude of countries people visit there's so little happening in the real world it makes it feel like a closed box.

3. The Villians

Okay okay here me out, It's feels so unrealistic that everyone Jude had met in his entire 15's was so blatanly evil, ( perhaps there was also a black and white character issue here as well..hmmm) what really got me was Dr. Traylor how paper thin the human evil in him was, I understand Luke and I understand Caleb but the counselors? And then the psyco doctor that ran him over with a car? I get that it was supposed to be so detrimentally awful but idk somehow it was so awful it kind of missed the mark ( it felt over the top is what I'm saying )

⭐️ Overall ;; It's a sad sad book with a great story told, I think besides the general mishaps about the book Hanya did a really good job at telling a story about severe abuse and if not for the sentimental elements it had it would have been 5 stars, anyways.

[poemshubs]

13 Famous Poems About Family Love

Family love, a universal and enduring theme, has inspired poets for centuries. It is one of the most profound and complex relationships that literature can explore. The love within a family encompasses unconditional support, sacrifice, understanding, and even conflict. This article will delve into thirteen famous poems that explore the multifaceted nature of family love. Through these poems, we’ll analyze how poets capture the essence of familial bonds and their impact on individuals and society.

1. “The Mother” by Gwendolyn Brooks

Gwendolyn Brooks’ The Mother is a poignant reflection on the sacrifice and sorrow of motherhood. The poem explores the feelings of regret and loss a mother experiences, addressing the complexity of love in the context of family.

“You will never know the unlikelyness of it: The seething, the sobbing, the terrible being.”

In The Mother, Brooks explores the emotional turmoil a mother goes through in a painful context of love. The speaker reflects on a lost child, symbolizing both personal grief and the deep bond of motherly love that is irrevocable. The poem reveals the sacrifices that parents often make, even when they face difficult and sorrowful circumstances. Brooks captures the complexity of motherhood, presenting it as an intense, all-consuming love that is interwoven with guilt, memory, and regret.

2. “Those Winter Sundays” by Robert Hayden

In Those Winter Sundays, Robert Hayden explores the often overlooked love of a father for his family. The poem’s speaker recalls how his father would rise early on cold Sundays to prepare the house for the family, an act of quiet and unspoken love.

“Sundays too my father got up early and put his clothes on in the blue-black cold, then with cracked hands that ached from labor in the weekday weather made banked fires blaze. No one ever thanked him.”

Hayden’s poem speaks to the unacknowledged, everyday sacrifices parents make for their children. The speaker, now grown, reflects with regret on his inability to recognize or appreciate his father’s acts of love. This poem captures the often hidden nature of parental love, one that is not always recognized until later in life. The speaker’s regret also emphasizes the idea that love within a family, while constant, can sometimes be overlooked.

3. “A Family” by Carol Ann Duffy

Carol Ann Duffy’s A Family addresses the complexities and nuances of family life. The poem is an exploration of love, tension, and the dynamics that define familial relationships.

“This is the family, each one a room, where one sleeps, another wakes, and in the corner, a photograph, the memory of things we once loved.”

Duffy’s poem presents a family as a metaphor for rooms—spaces filled with memories, emotions, and unspoken connections. The image of the photograph is crucial in symbolizing the delicate, sometimes fragile nature of family love. Duffy touches on the idea that family love, while constant, often resides in unspoken gestures and the quiet, everyday moments that may go unnoticed.

4. “The Gift” by Li-Young Lee

In The Gift, Li-Young Lee writes about the gift of love, passed from one generation to the next. This poem explores the relationship between the speaker and his father, as well as the broader sense of family love that extends beyond individual acts.

“And I am asking, why did you wait, father, to give me the love I could never have enough of, when I was a child, the love I never knew to ask for?”

Lee’s poem is a meditation on the love that a parent gives, not always in ways that children can fully understand at the time. The father’s gift of love is described as a silent, nurturing presence—one that shapes the child’s understanding of the world. The gift of family love is given without condition, and though the child may not fully grasp it in their youth, it is ultimately a foundational and transformative force. The poem’s focus on the passage of time highlights the enduring nature of familial love.

5. “The Family” by Claude McKay

Claude McKay’s The Family explores the connections between family members, particularly in the context of a broader, more communal sense of love. McKay examines the bond that exists between family and heritage.

“Oh, I am heir to countless things, To generations who, unseen, Still live and live in me, and cling To me, their shadowy, loving Queen.”

In this poem, McKay invokes a sense of lineage and ancestral love, emphasizing the generational nature of family connections. The idea of being “heir to countless things” speaks to the deep, generational love that flows through families, often unnoticed but always present. The poem suggests that the love passed down through the generations is a sustaining force, providing both guidance and comfort to the individual.

6. “A Poem for My Sister” by Liz Lochhead

Liz Lochhead’s A Poem for My Sister reflects the bond between siblings, offering a glimpse into the emotional intricacies of family relationships. It’s a poem that celebrates the unique and sometimes challenging aspects of sisterhood.

“You are the one who stood beside me, all through the storm, and kept me warm.”

Lochhead’s poem highlights the emotional support that siblings provide one another. The bond between sisters is portrayed as steadfast, comforting, and deeply protective. The simplicity of the language, paired with the emotional weight of the sentiments, captures the intimacy of sibling relationships. This poem exemplifies the nurturing and enduring love that is often a quiet, invisible force between family members.

7. “To My Mother” by Edgar Allan Poe

Edgar Allan Poe’s To My Mother is a beautiful tribute to the speaker’s mother, a reflection on the enduring love and selfless sacrifice she made for him. The poem conveys both admiration and sorrow.

“Because I feel that, in the Heavens above, The angels, whispering to one another, Can find, among their burning terms of love, None so devotional as that of ‘Mother’.”

Poe’s idealization of the mother figure is evident in this poem. He elevates the maternal bond to a divine status, suggesting that the love of a mother is unparalleled by any other. The poem also conveys the deep gratitude and reverence the speaker feels toward his mother, celebrating her sacrificial love. Poe’s treatment of the mother as a sacred and irreplaceable figure captures the reverence with which family love is often regarded.

8. “The Lullaby” by W. H. Auden

W. H. Auden’s The Lullaby examines the protective, calming nature of a mother’s love. The poem, written as a lullaby, highlights the quiet, nurturing presence a mother offers to her child.

“Lay your sleeping head, my love, Human on my faithless arm; Time and fevers burn away Individual beauty from Thoughtful children, love, but you Untouched by time, and pain, and age.”

In The Lullaby, Auden conveys the mother’s love as timeless and immune to the effects of time. The speaker reassures the child of their safety and unconditional love. This love is portrayed as unchanging, enduring beyond physical or emotional distress. Auden’s choice of language, rich in tenderness, reinforces the idea of parental love as an eternal, soothing force.

9. “Father and Son” by Cat Stevens (Song Lyric)

Though a song rather than a traditional poem, Father and Son by Cat Stevens poignantly explores the generational tension and love between a father and son. The dialogue between the two voices reveals the complexities of familial bonds, especially in the context of conflicting desires and expectations.

“It’s not time to make a change, Just sit down, take it slowly, You’re still young, that’s your fault, There’s so much you have to go through.”

This song illustrates the father’s protective love for his son, offering advice and guidance. It also highlights the son’s desire for independence and the emotional strain that arises from the father’s overbearing affection. The song is a realistic portrayal of the push and pull that often occurs in family relationships, particularly between parents and children as they navigate the transition from dependence to independence.

10. “My Family” by Elizabeth Jennings

Elizabeth Jennings’ My Family reflects on the importance of familial love in the face of external challenges. The poem highlights the stability and comfort that family provides, offering refuge from the outside world.

“They are my people, they are my tribe, They stand by me through thick and thin, The warmth of home, the heart’s eternal rhythm, They never let me fall or fail.”

Jennings’ poem captures the constancy of family love in a way that feels reassuring and affirming. Her portrayal of family as a solid, unshakeable unit speaks to the idea that family provides a sense of belonging and stability. It’s an intimate portrayal of how familial love offers both literal and emotional shelter.

11. “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce

James Joyce’s A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is a novel rather than a traditional poem, but it contains numerous poetic reflections on family, particularly in the relationship between the protagonist, Stephen Dedalus, and his parents.

“His mother… it was the last time he would see her,

and the last time he would speak to her as a child.”

Joyce’s exploration of family love revolves around the tension between duty and freedom. The protagonist’s relationship with his mother represents the pull of familial ties and the desire to break free. The emotional and intellectual journey of Stephen Dedalus is one of both love and distance from his family. Joyce encapsulates the inner conflict that arises when a person grows apart from familial expectations to forge their own path.

12. “Little Boy Crying” by Mervyn Morris

Mervyn Morris’ Little Boy Crying examines the complex relationship between a parent and child. It portrays the emotions involved in discipline, love, and the protective instinct that parents feel.

“Cry, little boy, cry. Then you will feel, my love, The sting of a parent’s heart.”

Morris’ poem delves into the emotional toll of disciplining a child. The tension between love and the need to set boundaries is palpable. The poem speaks to the depth of a parent’s love, which can be expressed not only in affection but in guidance and correction. The complexity of family love is captured in the emotional nuances of this experience.

13. “The Night Before Christmas” by Clement Clarke Moore

Finally, The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore has become an iconic representation of family love in the holiday context. The poem captures the excitement and joy of Christmas Eve, bringing the family together in a shared moment of anticipation and celebration.

“The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugarplums danced in their heads.”

Moore’s poem conveys the warmth and joy of family love during the Christmas season. The cozy imagery evokes the safety, happiness, and togetherness that family provides during the holidays. The poem captures the magic of family traditions and the shared love that binds people together during special moments.

Conclusion

Family love is a multifaceted theme that poets have long explored in various ways, from the quiet sacrifices of parents to the tumultuous dynamics between siblings and children. Through these thirteen poems, we see how family love can be both nurturing and challenging, often expressing itself in subtle and profound ways. Each poet adds their unique voice to the broader conversation about familial bonds, offering insights that resonate across cultures and generations. Whether it’s the selfless love of a mother, the protective guidance of a father, or the enduring bond between siblings, these poems serve as a reminder of the deep emotional ties that form the foundation of family life.

[mascarasalocaso]

I mean, they did defy the odds when tying for the queer book character contest at exact 50/50. So if someone was going to ignore the unlikelyness of dying at the exact same time, it would be them.

Neil and Andrew both die of old age together at the same time and that's the only thing I'm willing to except, one of them dies BEFORE THE OTHER??? Nu uh not happening don't wanna think about how the other would react so I shall be delusional.

[imadethisaccountforaheadcannon]

TSAMS screwed up message that only unlikelyable people are abusers

When the majority of victims are actually unlikeable people of course it's a good possibility they would keep appeasing all the sun fans and keep nitpicking stuff to make moon seem like the abusive one and now they had the added nerve to go if you are across bad you are bad til the ""good" people comes and fixes you