I really like Hamilton. I don't think you understand. I really like Hamilton.
In case you gave been living under a rock (or maybe you just haven't heard) Hamilton; An American Musical is a recently premiered musical about the founding fathers of America, the War of Independence and specifically about the life of Alexander Hamilton, who was one of the founding fathers. It is a hip hop musical written by Lin Manuel-Miranda who incidentally plays Alexander Hamilton, and is told almost entirely through music. I love history and I love music so ever since I was introduced to it by A Book Philosophy I have been listening to the soundtrack on repeat.
Lin Manuel-Miranda is shown here playing Hamilton (the one at the front). Even better he did an interview with Emma Watson about the HeforShe campaign. He seems like a really nice person. Here is the video he did with Emma Watson : Lin Manuel-Miranda interview.
Unfortunately the show is only in the U.S at the moment. Until it comes to Britain I guess I'm going to have to settle on jamming out to the soundtrack while doing the ironing. You can get the music on Spotify, Apple Music or I believe most of the songs are available on YouTube; just search "Hamilton Musical".
Imagine how excited I was to find out that there is a Hamilton book tag! This tag was originally created by Maureen Keavey on YouTube. Click HERE to see her video. To get in the mood I decided I would listen to the soundtrack whilst writing this post. (Currently I am listening to "Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)").
This contains Crown of Midnight spoilers.
1. The Room Where it Happens; a book world you would put yourself into.
Of course I'm going to have to say The Wizarding World in Harry Potter. It's a no-brainer.
2. The Schuyler Sisters; and underrated female character.
I cannot think of one for this. No matter how much I try. I'll probably think of someone later tonight and I'll have to add it tomorrow.
3. My Shot: a character that goes after what they want and doesn't let anything stop them.
As soon as I read this I immediately thought Celaena Sardothien. She will kill for what she wants. Literally.
4. Burn; the most heartbreaking end to a relationship that you've ever read.
Again. I cannot think. I'm sure there are plenty but conveniently I now cannot remember any of the books I've ever read.
5. You'll Be Back; the sassiest villain.
I know Umbridge isn't technically a villain. But she was pretty sassy in all that pink.
Look at her sassy face.
6. The Reynolds Pamphlet; a book with a twist you did not see coming.
All I can think of is We Were Liars. The twist wasn't completely shocking, but it wasn't exactly what I expected.
7. Non Stop; a series you marathoned.
I marathon most series. I guess I could say pretty much any series I've read. For this I'm going to pick Percy Jackson and the Olympians. My friend and I read them one after the other while we were on holiday together.
8. Satisfied; favourite book with multiple points of view.
I really liked the multiple points of view in All the Bright Places. Finch's POV were my favourite though.
9. Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story; a book that will always be remembered.
The Harry Potter series will be remember by everyone. That series is in no danger of being forgotten.
10. Stay Alive; a character you wish was still alive.
I wish Nehemia Ytger was still alive. I understand the reason for her death, but it still wasn't necessary. There were ways around it. I'm only saying this because I really loved Nehemia. And she let herself be killed.
I'm sorry for not answering some of the questions - I'll fill them in at a later date when my brain starts working again. If you have any suggestions let me know! I want to apologise for my recent absence and to assure you that I am back. I have been so busy the past couple of weeks. I had a break over this week and now I can relax and write you lots of posts for the future!
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