Q&A with Caragh M. O'Brien discussion

Feel free to ask a question about Rosie's story (Rosie stars in the Vault of Dreamers series), the Birthmarked trilogy, writing, reading or anything. I am so thrilled about The Rule of Mirrors coming out soon!

Heyyyy.

Hi

Hello! I'm so excited for The Rule of Mirrors!! What should I expect from this book?

His World wrote: "Heyyyy."
Hi!

Ariel wrote: "Hi "
Hello to you!

Kayl wrote: "Hello! I'm so excited for The Rule of Mirrors!! What should I expect from this book?"
Thanks, Kayl! I'm excited, too. I had so many cool discoveries writing Rule of Mirrors. I had a chance to think about how closely our personalities are formed by our experiences and bodies. Rosie finds her consciousness split in two. She struggles to become whole and get revenge.

I'm super hyped to see where Rosie's story goes. I got so attached to her character while reading and the ending of the book left me wanting answers. I can't wait to finally get the answers I have been waiting for!

I'm super hyped to see where Rosie's story goes. I got so attached to her character while reading and the ending of the book left me wanting answers. I can't wait to finally get the answers I have been waiting for!

Ariel wrote: "I'm super hyped to see where Rosie's story goes. I got so attached to her character while reading and the ending of the book left me wanting answers. I can't wait to finally get the answers I have ..."
Thanks, Ariel! I think book 2 answers some questions and sets up some more. I try to think of each book as its own complete story, but in a series, I have layers unfolding to work with, too. I don't have the entire story arc mapped out before I begin, so writing each book involves a lot of discovery for me. It keeps me surprised, you know?

I completely understand what you mean. I am currently writing my own book, and I sorta already know what I want the second one to be like, but I know it's going to take on a story of its own. (Which is what I believe in anyway since I don't really care for outlining.) And, though it's taking place in the same world with the same characters, the journey itself will be completely new. And that's where the excitement begins.

Tomorrow is the big day!!!!! Cannot wait for Rule of Mirrors! So ready to jump back in Rosie's world! Anything we should be prepared for?

Ariel wrote: "I completely understand what you mean. I am currently writing my own book, and I sorta already know what I want the second one to be like, but I know it's going to take on a story of its own. (Whic..."
We are so alike in our processes. I find that reassuring. Usually, the more I talk to other writers, the more I find we all do it different ways and every process is okay as long as it works. That permission feels good, and yet, it's also nice to hear you are wandering around in this fog of uncertainty and discovery, too. Good luck with your writing.

Tiffini wrote: "Tomorrow is the big day!!!!! Cannot wait for Rule of Mirrors! So ready to jump back in Rosie's world! Anything we should be prepared for?"
I'm in shock that it's tomorrow, frankly. The date seemed so far away for so long that I half convinced myself it would never come. I didn't want to fret. I'm also far from home, so I'm not having a launch at my usual local bookstore which feels different, too. It doesn't feel quite real, but I hope it will tomorrow. Thanks for celebrating with me, Tiffini. :)

I agree with what you said about how talking to other writers is helpful. It makes me feel as if I am not completely alone in my chaos and in my dark times it makes me realize that there are plenty of others who go through the same thing. It's kind of like having a support group that you don't have to talk to in order to understand them. And thank you!

Also,
I am really glad that our writing process is similar because I know mine doesn't have much stability, it's mainly wherever my characters take me that I go, and that's scary. So I am glad that I am not alone in the uncertainty, excitement, stress, and amazement that involves writing. It is majorly reassuring.

Ariel wrote: "Also,
I am really glad that our writing process is similar because I know mine doesn't have much stability, it's mainly wherever my characters take me that I go, and that's scary. So I am glad that..."
You have described it aptly. Later, though, to go from that chaos and uncertainty into the time of revision when ideas gradually crystalize is so deeply satisfying. We just need to have faith in ourselves. So hard to do! Keep going, Ariel. You will certainly get where you need to go with your work.

ITS VERY GOOD SO FAR- Aria

Pandamuffin wrote: "ITS VERY GOOD SO FAR- Aria"

Ha! Thanks, Aria. :)

I keep getting distracted though! XD

Thank you!

Aria ~ Ha!
Ariel ~ My pleasure!

Halfway through... Not going to have time to read it tonight though :/

Pandamuffin wrote: "Halfway through... Not going to have time to read it tonight though :/"

Aria ~ Sleep matters. Sweet dreams!

I started it a few hours ago and wow! I loved it I just finished and it’s past 1 am! Totally worth it though :)

Thanks, Ry! That makes my day! I hope you sleep well now.

YOU ARE AN EVIL, EVIL, PERSON! (BUT A GREAT AUTHOR!) How dare you end another book like that?!?! When does the third one come out???? (You should create a discussion for people that have finished the book.)

Aria,
Ha! Um, I thought it was a good ending?
I don't know when Vault 3 comes out because I have to write it first. I'm working on it!
Hugs,
Caragh

IT WAS BOTH AMAZING AND AWFUL AND I CAN'T SAY WHY BECAUSE SPOILERS TO OTHER PEOPLE.

Pandamuffin wrote: "IT WAS BOTH AMAZING AND AWFUL AND I CAN'T SAY WHY BECAUSE SPOILERS TO OTHER PEOPLE."
I COMPLETELY AGREE I LOVED IT SO MUCH BUT IT RIPPED MY SOUL INTO A MILLION PIECES

Ry wrote: "Pandamuffin wrote: "IT WAS BOTH AMAZING AND AWFUL AND I CAN'T SAY WHY BECAUSE SPOILERS TO OTHER PEOPLE."
I COMPLETELY AGREE I LOVED IT SO MUCH BUT IT RIPPED MY SOUL INTO A MILLION PIECES"
YES

Pandamuffin wrote: "Ry wrote: "Pandamuffin wrote: "IT WAS BOTH AMAZING AND AWFUL AND I CAN'T SAY WHY BECAUSE SPOILERS TO OTHER PEOPLE."
I COMPLETELY AGREE I LOVED IT SO MUCH BUT IT RIPPED MY SOUL INTO A MILLION PIECES..."
Okay. You've convinced me. I'll start a spoiler thread.
All best,
Caragh

YES

The SPOILER thread is here:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
:)
Best,
Caragh

Any potential names for the next book in the series?!

Tiffini ~ I do have a title, but it isn't absolutely final yet. I should know soon. Thanks for asking!
Best,
Caragh