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While You Were Sleeping
While You Were Sleeping
Kathryn Croft | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry, Mystery
10
8.7 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
Kept me guessing (0 more)
Gripping
Such a good read and could never of guessed the ending.
It was a page turner that I couldn't put down.
It kept me guessing and everytime I thought I had figured it out a twist got thrown in.
  
A Dog's Purpose
A Dog's Purpose
W. Bruce Cameron | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.8 (12 Ratings)
Book Rating
I had heard a little about this book before I saw that it was being made into a movie. The concept seemed cute and was definitely a good read. I was not prepared for the amount of sadness that I would have while reading and every time Cameron described the aging of the dogs, I found myself petting mine and holding her closer. Well written and easily embraces the view point of a dog from beginning to end and back again. I think all dog lovers should read this but have a tissue handy.
  
A Great and Terrible Beauty (Gemma Doyle, #1)
A Great and Terrible Beauty (Gemma Doyle, #1)
Libba Bray | 2003 | Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
3
7.2 (10 Ratings)
Book Rating
I love a good fantasy book and I knew that this was one challenge I wouldn't find difficult. I would devour this fantasy book in a day and enjoy it and love it and find a new series to keep me occupied.

Well, ladies and gentleman, I have learnt my lesson. Never judge a book by its cover or in this case its genre.

Let me give you a bit of background first before I launch into my opinion.

Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2017/08/read-harder-fantasy.html
  
The Surgeon (Rizzoli & Isles, #1)
The Surgeon (Rizzoli & Isles, #1)
Tess Gerritsen | 2001 | Crime, Thriller
8
7.9 (18 Ratings)
Book Rating
This book was a trilling read.

I loved the whole thing as it's a real keen interest of mine. I've even brought the follow up that book. Only problem is I've had a baby so my time to read it has been very minimal.

I was drawn into the book many years back when I saw it advertised at a trim station.

I will have to reread one day as it was a very good book which I read quite quick but I can't quite remember the time scale.
  
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Jimmy Hayward recommended Akira (1988) in Movies (curated)

 
Akira (1988)
Akira (1988)
1988 | Action, Animation, Sci-Fi
8.5 (17 Ratings)
Movie Favorite

"I love this picture because it showed me at a very young age the scope an animated movie could have. It also inspired me to look deeper into this genre and the different filmmakers working in it. I loved the graphic novels and it was the first time I saw a comic book translated to the big screen. It unspooled at a second run by my house and I saw it a TON of times. I also believe this is why I own a red Japanese motorcycle that goes really really fast. AKIRA HUUUUH?!"

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Keeping You a Secret
Keeping You a Secret
Julie Anne Peters | 2007 | LGBTQ+, Young Adult (YA)
10
9.3 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
WOW, this book was really good!! I read it a long time ago, maybe 7 years ago. The characters were great, the story was great, you really felt for the characters. I remember it being a book I couldn't put down. Such a great read. I've read it a couple times and I wouldn't hesitate to check it out again.
  
The Lightning Thief
The Lightning Thief
Rick Riordan | 2005 | Children, Fiction & Poetry
8
8.6 (100 Ratings)
Book Rating
This was a quick and entertaining read. The characters felt a little flat to me but I think it is because it is for a younger reader. This would be a good book for kids. I found myself enjoying the story line. The plot is interesting. I might continue on in the series if I am looking for another quick read.
  
Shadow Frost (Shadow Frost, #1)
Shadow Frost (Shadow Frost, #1)
Coco Ma | 2019 | Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
10
7.5 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received a copy of Shadow Frost from Blackstone Publishing in exchange for an honest review.

I'm a sucker for world building and this one was a thrill to read.

I loved the way magic was portrayed in this book but most importantly I adore the characters.

I really really hope there's going to be a sequel to this one, because that cliffhanger!
  
The Brighton Mermaid
The Brighton Mermaid
Dorothy Koomson | 2018 | Crime, Fiction & Poetry, Thriller
9
8.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Story line (2 more)
Characters
Pace
Excellent pacey read
I picked up this book from a book swap bookshelf on holiday. From the moment I started reading it I could not put it down.
The storyline moved at a good pace and also gave the characters a lot of background and depth.

I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good crime story.
  
CY
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Not having read any of Mary Burton’s books before [where have I been living!!!!], I didn’t know what to expect but the description sounded like something I would enjoy and I did.

Review at <a href="https://readingstuffnthings.blogspot.co.uk/2016/09/a-slow-burner-description-from.html">Reading Stuff 'n' Things</a>