Friday, October 6, 2023

ELC Reading Club#13 - Nevermoor: The Trials of the Morrigan Crow “Engage in captivating discussions about the allure of Nevermoor”

        The reading club on “Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow” was held on 4th August at 7pm The event took place online through Zoom with 8 enthusiastic participants, eager to delve into the enchanting world of Morrigan Crow, created by author Jessica Townsend. The book is a fantasy fiction which depicts the extraordinary life of Morrigan Crow, a cursed child who gets whisked away to a magical city called Nevermoor. It won the Book of the Year Award in 2018 at the Australian Book Industry Awards.

        The reading club brought together avid readers, fans of fantasy literature, and those interested in exploring the magical realm of Nevermoor. Attendees were encouraged to read the book before the event so that they can actively participate in the discussion of the book. 

        The event was led by two presenters, Lee Zi Xuan and Kaylee Chew Yuin Yin from J2 Ottawa, who started the session by introducing the plot to the audience. Then, they took turns giving an in-depth analysis of the book’s central characters. They also discussed Morrigan’s growth throughout the trials, as well as her relationships with other characters, such as Jupiter North. On top of that, they also took time to share their thoughts on the book’s unique elements, the development of the characters, and the captivating settings within Nevermoor. 

        To add a touch of fun and excitement, the presenters invited the audience to share their thoughts and opinions about their favourite characters, moral values and quotes they picked up from the story. The highlight of the event was when the presenters explored the underlying themes present in the book, such as bravery, friendship, and overcoming challenges, and explained how they associated the themes with their real life. From time to time, the presenters encouraged the participants to share their interpretations too.

        The “Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow” reading club event was a resounding success. Participants thoroughly enjoyed discussing the book and exchanging insights about the magical world of Nevermoor. The positive feedback from the participants emphasised the desire to continue exploring the enchanting realm of Nevermoor and further analyse the journey of Morrigan Crow in the subsequent books. The reading club proved to be an engaging and delightful platform for literature lovers to come together and celebrate their passion for storytelling.


Ng Zhi Han ( J1 Ottawa )
        The reading club was an interesting experience. The presenters did a very detailed analysis of the characters in the story which made me feel like I know all of them without reading the book. They did a very good job despite it being their first time.  It was indeed an unforgettable experience. I would definitely join more reading clubs in the future.


Siti Ruqaiyah Alfian binti Zaiful Alfian ( J1 Ottawa )
        I enjoyed this reading club a lot. I went without knowing anything about the book but left with a clear picture of what the book has to offer. I think the presenters must have put in a lot of effort for their presentation. Not only that, they were very welcoming which made me feel at ease too. 


Nai Hui Ping ( J1 Ottawa )
        What I liked most about this reading club is the hosts, they were really funny and friendly. They spoke fluently, giving off the happy vibe throughout the entire session. I could listen attentively to them all day. 



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