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Kate (493 KP) rated Pretty Killer in Books
Aug 19, 2020
I enjoyed this book as it was crime book that kept me guessing which everyone knows I love. I did guess the final 2 little surprises but that was very close to the end.
I like a crime book which is not straight forward and very easy to guess.
To be honest the downside of the book was it took me a while to get into and I was a little worried that the introductions would be most of the book. But it was a long book so it was ok. It also didn't end when I thought it was going to so it was little a bit extra bit at the end. Once I got into it was a page turner and I couldn't put it down. I t was one of those '1 more chapter' books.
The way the book was written I got a good feel of each character and how they looked, sounded and acted which I feel brings you into the book more.
The book did go back and forth but it was needed. The book wouldn't of worked without it. It didn't hurt the flow or confuse the reader.
I really felt for Casey and could see why Harper was doing this and why she was going to do to herself what she wanted to do (don't want to spoil the book). I felt anger towards each character in turn. Some more than others.
I haven't read or watched anything similar to this. It was a very well thought out and written book.
This is a book I would read again and most crime books I don't as I know the ending.
The book exceeded the blurb. And definitely a book I'm so glad I decided to read.
I would definitely read other books by this author and would highly recommend to other people.
I like a crime book which is not straight forward and very easy to guess.
To be honest the downside of the book was it took me a while to get into and I was a little worried that the introductions would be most of the book. But it was a long book so it was ok. It also didn't end when I thought it was going to so it was little a bit extra bit at the end. Once I got into it was a page turner and I couldn't put it down. I t was one of those '1 more chapter' books.
The way the book was written I got a good feel of each character and how they looked, sounded and acted which I feel brings you into the book more.
The book did go back and forth but it was needed. The book wouldn't of worked without it. It didn't hurt the flow or confuse the reader.
I really felt for Casey and could see why Harper was doing this and why she was going to do to herself what she wanted to do (don't want to spoil the book). I felt anger towards each character in turn. Some more than others.
I haven't read or watched anything similar to this. It was a very well thought out and written book.
This is a book I would read again and most crime books I don't as I know the ending.
The book exceeded the blurb. And definitely a book I'm so glad I decided to read.
I would definitely read other books by this author and would highly recommend to other people.
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Lady Georgiana Rannoch and her dashing husband, Darcy, are awaiting a bundle of joy, but an...
Book Divas (227 KP) rated Secrets of Skin and Stone in Books
Dec 12, 2017
First off, I loved the cover and at first i found myself intrigued by the story and Gris but as I continued to read this I found myself having a difficult time getting through it as it appeared to become a dull read and maybe that's my fault as I went in with the expectation of getting at least the creeps but it didn't happen. I will warn readers that this does contain some self-harm issues which at times can be very descriptive.
{I requested a copy for reviewing purposes via Entangled Teen and NetGalley and made no guarantee of a favorable review. The opinions expressed here are unbiased and my own.}
{I requested a copy for reviewing purposes via Entangled Teen and NetGalley and made no guarantee of a favorable review. The opinions expressed here are unbiased and my own.}
"I have been seeing Caraval featured on so many blogs and instagram accounts, I couldn't just not read it. I've read, “A MUST READ”, so many times; I knew I had to get my hands on it...
And I loved it! LOVE, LOVES, LOVED IT!
It was everything a book should be: fun, diverse characters; steady plot; twist and turns (let me tell you, there were so many twists- I got dizzy); romance; suspense; adventure! I read this book in one sitting; only stopping to use the bathroom once and another time to grab a quick snack (a handful of pink Starbursts). It was that good." Read entire review here: https://thenerdybookwormsite.wordpress.com/2017/08/17/caraval-by-stephanie-garber/
And I loved it! LOVE, LOVES, LOVED IT!
It was everything a book should be: fun, diverse characters; steady plot; twist and turns (let me tell you, there were so many twists- I got dizzy); romance; suspense; adventure! I read this book in one sitting; only stopping to use the bathroom once and another time to grab a quick snack (a handful of pink Starbursts). It was that good." Read entire review here: https://thenerdybookwormsite.wordpress.com/2017/08/17/caraval-by-stephanie-garber/
Haley Mathiot (9 KP) rated Healing Touch: Essential Energy Medicine for Yourself and Others in Books
Apr 27, 2018
This book was really interesting, and I enjoyed reading it. I had trouble reading some of the history stuff (but that's probably because I just don't have a lot of patience). I kept thinking "okay, I believe you, now show me how!
The instructions were rather clear, but I would have liked more drawings. I felt like the whole book was history and information--which is important--but that only a little bit of it was actually instructional. It would have been easier to read it if the information had been better mixed in to the instructional.
On a side-note, as a sci-fi/fantasy writer, this book makes an excellent inspiration/source for writing about the supernatural!
The instructions were rather clear, but I would have liked more drawings. I felt like the whole book was history and information--which is important--but that only a little bit of it was actually instructional. It would have been easier to read it if the information had been better mixed in to the instructional.
On a side-note, as a sci-fi/fantasy writer, this book makes an excellent inspiration/source for writing about the supernatural!
Sam (74 KP) rated My True Love Gave to Me: Twelve Winter Romances in Books
Mar 27, 2019
The short stories in this are brilliant. There were a few that I ended up skipping (mainly just because I didn’t get along with the style of them) but I did read the majority of the short stories.
My favourites were by Jenny Han, Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan. They were all so festive and really got me in the festive spirit.
I also love the binding of this book! The page edges are a bright pink which is completely my colour! I also love hardbacks that have a bookmark in them – they are lifesavers!
I can’t believe that a collection with as many big names as this actually exists! I was in heaven while reading it!
My favourites were by Jenny Han, Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan. They were all so festive and really got me in the festive spirit.
I also love the binding of this book! The page edges are a bright pink which is completely my colour! I also love hardbacks that have a bookmark in them – they are lifesavers!
I can’t believe that a collection with as many big names as this actually exists! I was in heaven while reading it!
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Has a child friendly mode
I love Netflix since I love to binge watch my shows. However, it seems that once I finished a show, there is rarely anything else I want to watch. Its easy to blow through so many episodes and be left with next to nothing that interests you. I wish they had a ton my shows streaming. I do love the kids only section and profile you can make. This has helped keep my 1 year old entertained and when she does change the show, I don't have to worry about it being a show with inappropriate behaviors or words.
ArecRain (8 KP) rated Off the Hook (Fishing for Trouble, #1) in Books
Jan 18, 2018
I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.
I dont know why I requested this novel. There is nothing in the description that would interest me in this novel. Honestly, I couldnt have cared less about the story itself. It didnt interest me at all. However, the characters were what got me. I loved them to distraction. They were overflowing with personality. Katie had strength and it was a joy to read her and Liam interact.
Overall the novel was a cute read but it is the characters that really make the story. While I wasnt impressed with the novel as a whole, I did like the dialogue and character interactions.
I dont know why I requested this novel. There is nothing in the description that would interest me in this novel. Honestly, I couldnt have cared less about the story itself. It didnt interest me at all. However, the characters were what got me. I loved them to distraction. They were overflowing with personality. Katie had strength and it was a joy to read her and Liam interact.
Overall the novel was a cute read but it is the characters that really make the story. While I wasnt impressed with the novel as a whole, I did like the dialogue and character interactions.
Sasha (36 KP) rated Silent Hill (2006) in Movies
Jan 22, 2018
One of Favourites
It’s a uniquely refreshing horror movie that actually scared me the first time I watched it, might have also had to do with the fact I was a kid but hey ho XD Now I seen it so many times I might not get scared but the thrill sure still remains.
I loved the characters and the atmosphere, the way Silent Hill was also presented came fairly close to the games as well.
The monsters were fun to watch, especially Pyramid Head and his morbid abilities to deskin a human in a matter of seconds hehe
Overall I can’t fault this movie, I definitely understand the fan following of the whole franchise.
I loved the characters and the atmosphere, the way Silent Hill was also presented came fairly close to the games as well.
The monsters were fun to watch, especially Pyramid Head and his morbid abilities to deskin a human in a matter of seconds hehe
Overall I can’t fault this movie, I definitely understand the fan following of the whole franchise.
Sunnysouthpaw (67 KP) rated A Grown-Up Kind of Pretty in Books
Feb 20, 2020
How Lisa was treated after her stroke (1 more)
The use of the ‘n’ word
I could not finish this story
I checked it out from the library on a whim.I hated this, I got to the point where I didn’t want to see if the book redeemed itself.
I’m sure other people will like it, I’m just overly sensitive about such things.
There also was a lot of swearing, almost to the point of being off putting, but I am willing to look past that, just not the racism and the way Lisa’s family treated her after her stroke.. if it wasn’t a library book, I would have turned that book into a junk journal.
I’m sure other people will like it, I’m just overly sensitive about such things.
There also was a lot of swearing, almost to the point of being off putting, but I am willing to look past that, just not the racism and the way Lisa’s family treated her after her stroke.. if it wasn’t a library book, I would have turned that book into a junk journal.