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themaxdog (14 KP) rated The Baron's Bounty in Books

Jul 17, 2019  
The Baron's Bounty
The Baron's Bounty
Elizabeth Rose | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry, Romance
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
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Sadly, I did not enjoy The Baron's Bounty as much as the previous two books in the collection. I found the main character, Isobel, rather uninspiring and difficult to connect with - similarly, many of the characters in the book did not have the same character depth as I found in Elizabeth Rose's other books.

Similarly, although it was initially quirky, I quickly found Isobel's passion for shoes a little irritating. I mean, she likes shoes - I get it! Coupled with some quite questionably convenient plot points, little character development, and a lot of repetition early on, I just did not enjoy The Baron's Bounty as much as I hoped I would.

On the plus side, I found the action and adventure thrilling, and the character of Rose, Lord Conlin's daughter, was intriguing. I'd certainly be interested to read a future novel telling her own story!

However, I'm afraid I just could not connect with this book and it was a bit of a disappointment for me.
  
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MissCagey (2652 KP) rated Joy (2015) in Movies

Oct 16, 2018  
Joy (2015)
Joy (2015)
2015 | Drama
6
6.7 (9 Ratings)
Movie Rating
I recorded this off Film 4, where the description stated it was about a lady that had made a significant invention. I was intrigued and wondered what life-changing, state-of-the-art object she had created. I nearly spat my drink out when it was revealed to be a mop but I was curious to see what happened to Joy and her mop. As you can imagine this is no action and adventure movie but it's a true story and kind of interesting.
  
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Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated Lethal Weapon (1987) in Movies

Jul 7, 2020  
Lethal Weapon (1987)
Lethal Weapon (1987)
1987 | Action, Drama
8
8.3 (27 Ratings)
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I'm Too Old For This Shit
Lethal Weapon- is a classic late 80's action flick. This, Die Hard, Terminator, Rambo, all came out in the 80's. Anethor action franchise, that came out and started in the 80's. Catchy one liners, good action, good comedy, good adventure, and of course good actors.

The plot: Following the death of his wife, Los Angeles police detective Martin Riggs (Mel Gibson) becomes reckless and suicidal. When he is reassigned and partnered with Roger Murtaugh (Danny Glover), Riggs immediately clashes with the older officer. Together they uncover a massive drug-trafficking ring. As they encounter increasingly dangerous situations, Riggs and Murtaugh begin to form a bond. Riggs' volatile behavior might just help them apprehend the criminals -- if it doesn't kill them both first.

What a good way to start off a franchise, hopefully the other ones are good too.
  
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Lindsay (1717 KP) rated Aoléon The Martian Girl (Part 1) in Books

Apr 9, 2019  
Aoléon The Martian Girl (Part 1)
Aoléon The Martian Girl (Part 1)
Brent LeVasseur | 2019 | Children
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
What a cool adventure this book turns out to be. It about an earth boy named Gilbert and a martian girl named Aoléon. This story starts out on earth in Gilbert's room. Where he wakes up from a dream. We meet up with meeting Aoléon who enjoys crop circling. She shows up in farmer Johnson wheat field. Gilbert goes find out what just flew though his room brighten his bedroom with light. Then their adventure began once they are followed by farmer Johnson and his dog Tripod.

We meet with several different characters. A Controller named Buzz at US Airbase. I do not want spoil any of fun for though young readers. It gave me a laugh as I was reading it. The characters are fun reading about in his book. Even the president of the United States with his personality and actions. This book is filled with action and adventure book.

The illustration in the book is every colorful. The pictures are down quite well. I would say i really enjoyed the Mars picture when they were flying back to Aoléon home. This book really good for young readers. Anyone that enjoys action and adventures and along with those who enjoy learning about space. The pictures are wonderfully drawn. I enjoy looking at pictures and I even looking at them for a few minutes.
  
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Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) in Movies

May 6, 2020  
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
1981 | Action, Adventure
9
8.9 (95 Ratings)
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Snakes! Why Did It Have To Be Snakes?
Raiders of the Lost Ark- started the Indiana Jones franchise, off with a bang. Lots of action, adventure, wips and gun fights. Classic sences like.. The Boulder chase, sword vs gun, face melting, taking the lost ark and top secert.

The plot: Epic tale in which an intrepid archaeologist tries to beat a band of Nazis to a unique religious relic which is central to their plans for world domination. Battling against a snake phobia and a vengeful ex-girlfriend, Indiana Jones is in constant peril, making hair's-breadth escapes at every turn in this celebration of the innocent adventure movies of an earlier era.

The film was subsequently nominated for nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture, in 1982 and won four (Best Sound, Best Film Editing, Best Visual Effects, and Best Art Direction-Set Decoration (Norman Reynolds, Leslie Dilley, and Michael D. Ford)).

American Film Institute
AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies—No. 60

AFI's 100 Years...100 Thrills—No. 10

AFI's 100 Years...100 Heroes and Villains:
Indiana Jones—No. 2 Hero

AFI's 100 Years...100 Movie Quotes:
"Snakes! Why did it have to be snakes?"—Nominated

AFI's 100 Years of Film Scores—Nominated

AFI's 100 Years...100 Movies (10th Anniversary Edition)—No. 66

Its a classic action-adventure film.