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Doctor Who - Series 2 (New Season - 2)
Doctor Who - Series 2 (New Season - 2)
2006 | Sci-Fi
The doctor and rose relationship (3 more)
Monsters
Arc
Moffat and Davies creation
Tennant makes the best doctor
Out of the New generations doctor who David Tennant is by far my favorite doctor. His charisma brings something special and perfect to the doctors persona.

The relationship between Rose and the Doctor is something beautiful and so bittersweet that there love can never be.


Show runners Russel T Davies and head written Steven Moffat make a great team and when they work together the show episode, story boards arcs and monsters are something that make any other show hard to match up to.
  
Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017)
Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi (2017)
2017 | Action, Sci-Fi
Character development (0 more)
Finn/Rose Story (0 more)
Overall, I enjoyed this movie. I only recently started paying attention to the Star Wars franchise and I was excited to see The Last Jedi. However, I thought that certain parts of the movie were unnecessary and dragged the movie on too long, particularly the arc involving Finn and Rose. There were also many times that it felt the movie was coming to a natural end, but they had to fit more in before the end, making it feel like the movie was dragging on. However, I still thought it was a good movie.
  
Red Clocks
Red Clocks
Leni Zumas | 2018 | Gender Studies, Science Fiction/Fantasy
2
6.5 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
A near future dystopia that is worth considering. (0 more)
Awkward prose, confusing characters, lacking clear arc. (0 more)
Interesting premise, writing got in the way.
I wanted to like this book. Managed to get through it in a few sittings, but it was a struggle. All but one of the women were unrelatable and shallowly formed. Frustrating that they were reduced to “titles” with their names seldom acknowledged.

Overall, it didn’t really spark any new thoughts on a complex issue, nor did it offer any resolution or new commentary about what an overturn of Roe v Wade would have on society.


Very disappointing. Not recommended.
  
Natalie is out picking wild blueberries when she finds a body floating in a boat. Since the boat belongs to her niece's boyfriend, he is naturally a suspect. Can Natalie clear him?

I love the characters in this series, and it's always wonderful to spend more time with them. The plot started out a bit slowly, but it soon gained speed and kept me intrigued until the end.

NOTE: I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/05/book-review-death-runs-adrift-by-karen.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Where Are You, Wilbert?
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Where Are You, Wilbert? by Bárdur Oskarsson is a picture book about a small gray rat and her large gray friend, Wilbert. They are playing hide-and-seek. Wilbert is tough to find, so the rat asks a crocodile for help. Together, they hunt behind every tree they can see, and finally, the rat spots Wilbert. The illustrations are strange and lovely at the same time. 

While I enjoyed the book, I did find the book a bit strange and hard to follow. 

I received an ARC from Owlkids books via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
  
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Cat Up, Cat Down
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Cat Up, Cat Down by Catherine Hnatov is a short and simple book featuring a black cat and a white cat that help teach prepositions with their positions. This is a beautifully illustrated, this book for toddlers is a great way to help teach them about differences while also appealing to those who love cats. Its easy to read and the illustrations are very simple but colorful which is perfect for little ones.

I received an ARC from Star Bright Books via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I give the book 4.5/5 stars.
  
Astonishing Legends
Astonishing Legends
Society & Culture
9
9.7 (3 Ratings)
Podcast Rating
My Ride or Die Podcast
I have been listening to this podcast since the first episode came out and I am always impressed by every episode that is released. Not only is the final product amazing, but the work that goes into creating the podcast is always so impressive. The Astonishing Research Core (ARC) puts in so much effort and help create such an amazing show that I look forward to listening every week. The Astonishing Legends podcast isn't just about ghosts or UFOs, but covers such a wide variety of podcasts if the weird and unexplained, there will be something for you!!
  
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Superman: Grounded, Vol. 2
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Some reviewers said that this second volume of the Grounded story (which JMS was less directly involved with) was much better than the first. I disagree. Volume 2 is less consistent and seems unsure of what story it wants to tell, perhaps because of fan backlash over earlier issues in this story arc (contained in Volume 1) that focused more heavily on Superman getting back in touch with his core values by underplaying his powers to connect with regular people.

This collection is good, but the former was more provocative, morally challenging, and even inspiring at times.
  
The Invisible Library
The Invisible Library
Genevieve Cogman | 2015 | Fiction & Poetry
8
7.4 (5 Ratings)
Book Rating
The first in a new series, the invisible library is one I couldn't put down. I loved that it was a mystery surrounding the acquisition of my favorite thing in the world...books. I would have liked a little more backstory about the library itself in the beginning but it wasn't any real hindrance to the story. The action starts from the very beginning and the adventure continues until the end. I can't wait to read the next book and immerse myself back into this wonderful world. Highly recommended! Thanks to Penguin and First to Read for the ARC!
  
Bless This Mother-Effing Home: Sweet Stiches for Snarky Bitches
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received an ARC from Netgalley for review.

As someone who can stitch I found these entertaining and would be really easy to replicate in full cross-stitch, but this book has an added bonus for those who don't.

Reading the description ... "Perforated pages allow for readers to hang up or share favorite entries, spreading the cross stitched love."

So even those who can't stitch can pop out a page, frame it, and stick it up on the wall if they want to as from a short distance most people won't see the difference. A very clever idea.