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To All the Boys I've Loved Before
To All the Boys I've Loved Before
Jenny Han | 2014 | Children
10
8.8 (12 Ratings)
Book Rating
I started reading this book the night I watched the movie because I found the characters to be so sweet. Was not disappointed and have already finished the series. I found this book to be refreshing and simple. It feels like a story I have heard before and yet has a sweetness that is unique.
  
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John Lydon recommended Real Racing 3 in Apps (curated)

 
Real Racing 3
Real Racing 3
Games, Entertainment
10.0 (1 Ratings)
App Favorite

"I don't drive! So the thrill of getting behind the wheel on my iPad is intensely rewarding. I love Real Racing 3, especially. I know it's only a game, but it's great fun. I love the graphics. It's very sharp and realistic. I used to have a PlayStation years ago, with an actual steering wheel."

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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender
The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender
Leslye Walton | 2014 | Young Adult (YA)
8
7.8 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
This book was very different from those I usually read, and definitely unique. It took a little while for me to really get into the story, but once I did I must say I thoroughly enjoyed it. The way it is written is unlike any other I have read - but definitely in a good way.
  
My Sister's Keeper
My Sister's Keeper
Jodi Picoult | 2009 | Fiction & Poetry
10
8.1 (52 Ratings)
Book Rating
I loved this book even if it made me cry constantly i loved every characters relationships and how angry i got at some and then sad and then understanding.This book had me go on a roller-coaster of emotions and i absolutely loved it it is well worth a read i couldn't put it down
  
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
Sherman Alexie | 2007 | Contemporary, Young Adult (YA)
8
8.9 (9 Ratings)
Book Rating
This book (audiobook) was recommended to me by one of my friends. I finally bought it and went into the book not knowing what to expect. The audiobook is narrated by the author Sherman Alexie and he did a good job narrating his biography.

I found the book interesting for the most part. I did find that it dragged a little and at times I was annoyed by the narrator. I honestly would have rated it 3 stars and I didn't think I was very invested in the book until 75% into the book and I started crying due to a scene. When a book can make me invested in the characters I always add a 1/2 star and then I round up.

Honestly, I'm not quite sure how to review this book. For the most part, I found it a little dull but I did love the multicultural part of the book. It was fascinating to hear about how alcohol has destroyed so many people's lives and how it seemed like a part of the Native American's culture.

Overall, I enjoyed the book but I would have a hard time rereading it or recommending it. It would be a good book for freshman in High School to read if the teacher is wanting to show multicultural issues.
  
Sorority
Sorority
Genevieve Sly Crane | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry
8
6.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
If you're looking for a novel that has a true beginning, middle and end, this is not the book for you. Sorority by Genevieve Sly Crane tells the story of various sorority sisters in bite sized short stories. The story unwraps to reveal the story of Margot.

I went into this book expecting a full story and not various short stories. That in itself took me a bit to get used to. Though it wasn't a format I was expecting, I still enjoyed it. The characters were interesting and I liked that each person had their story to tell. I liked that I could relate to multiple characters and see their lives. I have to say, I'm glad I never had the urge to join a sorority. Though I did like the book I have one issue. My one main issue is that the book feels a little incomplete simply because there was no true end. I like having an ending so this book just doesn't sit right. It did work with the story though.

All in all, I enjoyed it.

**I received this book from NetGalley**
  
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Karen Gillan recommended The Shining (1980) in Movies (curated)

 
The Shining (1980)
The Shining (1980)
1980 | Horror

"My first favorite film is The Shining by Stanley Kubrick. I am a huge horror film fan. I love them so much. I’ve always loved them. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been attracted to scary stuff; I don’t know why. When I was younger I would watch a lot of the cheesier process-of-elimination slasher ’90s films. And then I feel like, as my tastes matured a little bit as I got older, I found The Shining, which is a movie that my dad had always spoken about with this weird fear, because he’d never finished the movie. He’s like, “The one film I’ve never been able to finish in my life is The Shining.” So I grew up like, “What is The Shining?” And then, finally I watched it, and it was just incredible. Well, Stanley Kubrick’s my favorite director, so you’ll probably see a lot of his films in the top five. I just love that movie so much, and it’s my favorite on-screen performance of all time, from Jack Nicholson. I think that he’s absolutely incredible. I’m ready to play a role like that."

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Shazam
Shazam
Entertainment, Music
6
8.0 (45 Ratings)
App Rating
Good app (0 more)
I have only used Shazam a few times mostly to find out what song is playing on the radio. It's a pretty good app but I haven't used it in a while.
  
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Sarah (7800 KP) created a post in Smashbomb Feedback

Mar 30, 2018  
Is there a way to share reviews you've done on here to an Orb that you're a member of? So when I do a book review, I can share it to the bookworms orb?
  
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Andy K (10823 KP) Mar 30, 2018

I like this idea also.

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Bird (1704 KP) Apr 13, 2018

This has now been implemented ?.

Kong: Skull Island (2017)
Kong: Skull Island (2017)
2017 | Action, Sci-Fi
Better than I thought it would be
I was not expecting a whole lot out of this, but it was a surprisingly fun action movie. It was a fresh take on the Kong mythos.