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Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated The Salt Grows Heavy in Books
May 12, 2024
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The Salt Grows Heavy
By Cassandra Khaw
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After the murder of her husband and the fall of his empire, a mermaid and her plague doctor companion escape into the wilderness. Deep in the woods, they stumble across a village where children hunt each other for sport, sacrificing one of their own at the behest of three surgeons they call "the saints." These saints play god with their magic, harvesting the best bits of the children for themselves and piecing the sacrifices back together again.
To save the children from their fates, the plague doctor must confront their past, and the mermaid must embrace the darkest parts of her true nature.
This was certainly not the story I’m used to reading when it comes to mermaids. This was fully of gore and dark meanings. Some parts are hard to read and not for the context but it’s like a full dictionary has been thrown in and it really put me off. Overall it’s a deeply dark fairytale of mermaids and death. For a small book it packs a punch in places.
Book
The Salt Grows Heavy
By Cassandra Khaw
⭐️⭐️⭐️
After the murder of her husband and the fall of his empire, a mermaid and her plague doctor companion escape into the wilderness. Deep in the woods, they stumble across a village where children hunt each other for sport, sacrificing one of their own at the behest of three surgeons they call "the saints." These saints play god with their magic, harvesting the best bits of the children for themselves and piecing the sacrifices back together again.
To save the children from their fates, the plague doctor must confront their past, and the mermaid must embrace the darkest parts of her true nature.
This was certainly not the story I’m used to reading when it comes to mermaids. This was fully of gore and dark meanings. Some parts are hard to read and not for the context but it’s like a full dictionary has been thrown in and it really put me off. Overall it’s a deeply dark fairytale of mermaids and death. For a small book it packs a punch in places.
Lindsay (1760 KP) rated Letters to God in Books
Jun 3, 2025
I like this children's book. Its style is different and enjoyable. It has letters written by children, and it reads in that kind of way. Children are asking about some other things. They are all mean as you turn a page in the book. A different child writes a new letter. They could be thanking God for something, writing to help heal a loved one, or telling God how they feel. Each one is different. On the other page is a scripture or quote from the bible that goes along with it.
The pictures are well done. I would say that each page showcases a different family. They are all different in many different ways, from a mommy and a sibling to a family of a few to more than one of two.
This book is a quick and easy read. But it teaches children about kindness, love, and how talking to God is okay—doing so anywhere or any place or writing your prayer down is also fine. God will listen or hear any forms of payers even if they are written and sent to him that way.
The pictures are well done. I would say that each page showcases a different family. They are all different in many different ways, from a mommy and a sibling to a family of a few to more than one of two.
This book is a quick and easy read. But it teaches children about kindness, love, and how talking to God is okay—doing so anywhere or any place or writing your prayer down is also fine. God will listen or hear any forms of payers even if they are written and sent to him that way.
Kate (355 KP) rated Nowhere on Earth in Books
Mar 12, 2019
Contains spoilers, click to show
Yes this yes this is aimed at young adults but I am enjoying it. Spoiler here, if you have to go explain to you children the film of ET, then get them to read this book as it is written on a very similar theme but in the modern era. Go on read it.
Peter G. (247 KP) rated School of Rock (2003) in Movies
Jun 5, 2019
Richard Linklater is a favourite director of mine and he doesn't disappoint in this musical comedy.
It has so many great moments and acting is top notch with Jack Black a stand out, the talented children and the heartwarming story are the icing on the cake, very re-watchable.
It has so many great moments and acting is top notch with Jack Black a stand out, the talented children and the heartwarming story are the icing on the cake, very re-watchable.
Kimmic (814 KP) rated Jumanji (1995) in Movies
Feb 21, 2018
Kevin Phillipson (10072 KP) rated It (2017) in Movies
Jun 8, 2018
Pennnywise (1 more)
The children
Is it as good as the orignal verision its up there plenty of scares bill skarsgard is brillant as pennywise the clown just as good as tim currys pennywise the child actors are good as the losers club taking on the clown looking forward to the sequel when it comes out
meg (46 KP) rated Extinction (2018) in Movies
Aug 12, 2018
This movie is a really awesome Netflix Original. The cinematography is excellent. The acting is compelling, even the children are incredible. Lots of action, with a huge surprise plot twist. I was blown away when I realized what was actually happening. This is a very creative, thrilling sci fi movie and I highly recommend it.
Cassie Osbourne (6 KP) rated A Monster Calls in Books
Nov 9, 2018
Several difficult and sensitive subjects handled very well and delicately without shying away from the reality. The Monster teaches such important lessons that are good for children and adults who have forgotten. Lessons about good and evil, humanity and most importantly letting go and moving on in the face of despair. Beautiful, just beautiful
Merci A Velez (18 KP) rated Hocus Pocus (1993) in Movies
Jan 17, 2019
Amazingly cheesy and awesome (1 more)
Family Friendly
An epic classic!
Ahh yes hocus pocus.A favorite halloween movie in my home.An amazing classic with the ever fabulous Bette Midler..Witches,zombies and talking cats oh my!Great family film that will have you and your kids laughing aloud!
