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Kristin (149 KP) rated Something Old, Something New in Books

Dec 7, 2018  
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Something Old, Something New
James R. Vance | 2014
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Disclaimer: I received an e-copy in exchange for an honest review.

Love, loss, betrayal -- all in the time of Nazis

Elodie and Monique are rummaging through their family attic one day when they come across an old trunk full of letters and memorabilia. They find it all extremely interesting, so they start to peruse the trinkets. Little do they know this will set them on a whirlwind adventure through their family history, bringing to light that which has been hidden for decades.

I absolutely loved this story. It has so much information regarding World War II, and it really gets to the heart of what it was like for families during that time, especially those living in occupied France, such as the one featured. There are many issues expressed during the course of the novel, and not just those stemming for the occupation. It made for a very interesting read that I couldn't put down, and I love the format in which it's written: the story being told to an author in order to help Elodie write the book on her family.

I would recommend this to anyone who loves a good romp through history, especially the WWII era, as well as those who like intrigue, love stories, and just great stories.

5 stars
  
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Merissa (11950 KP) rated Skin Deep (Dark World, #1) in Books

Dec 17, 2018  
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Skin Deep (Dark World, #1)
T.G. Ayer | 2013
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Kailin works as a counselor at a Drug Rehab Centre but you don't actually spend much time there. Logan is a policeman working for Omega who deal with Paranormal incidences. Kailin ends up being in the middle of an Omega investigation as she makes her own inquiries.

Kailin is a brilliant main female as she states her case, doesn't back down but isn't stupid enough to continue championing something that is a lost cause already. She has relationship issues with family and friends but those she lets in, get close to her. Logan makes the perfect foil for Kailin. He is also young for his profession and has his own secrets and problems.

There is a lot of action in this book - drug issues, torture, disappearance to just name a few. It isn't all physical though - both Logan and Kailin have mental and emotional issues to work through. This is a 'busy' book, with a story that goes all the way through without any dull moments. Some of the things that happen you can guess but there is a lot that will leave you wondering just where out of left field it came from. There is also the hint and promise of romance that runs through it.

Thoroughly enjoyable and a definite page turner. Recommended for all Urban Fantasy/Paranormal fans out there.
  
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Sarah (7798 KP) rated The Hate u Give in Books

Apr 7, 2019  
The Hate u Give
The Hate u Give
Angie Thomas | 2017 | Children
7
8.4 (54 Ratings)
Book Rating
Good but a little one sided
This is one of those books that has been lauded because it’s relevant and moving subject matter, and for this I’d have to agree with them. it features a very emotive subject and deals with it in a fairly appropriate manner. Starr and her family are well rounded characters all likeable and flawed in their own ways, and there are a lot of conversations and family interactions during the book that had me smile or laugh out loud. I do have an issue with Starr herself, as she can be an irritating petulant teenager at times. I also have a general issue with this book. It’s about racism and raises a lot of valid issues and points, however it sometimes come across as very one sided. There is no justification for any actions of the police in this, however racism is a wide ranging issue and this book only tackles one side. It doesn’t address or even acknowledge when any of the main characters are being racist towards white people, or people are being accused of racism even when that may not be the case. Police brutality and racism is a big problem and there’s no denying that, and this book does a good job in tackling and raising some of these issues. But I feel like the true solution to racism is equality for all, and it doesn’t really address any thing like this.
  
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Alison Pink (7 KP) rated The Kneebone Boy in Books

Jan 15, 2018  
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The Kneebone Boy
Ellen Potter | 2010
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
What a fantastic little book! I will admit that it took me a few chapters to be hooked in, hence the 4 stars, but once it got going it was a great read. It is definitely a middle grades book but it deals with some rather heady issues...mental illness, abandonment, self perception, confidence. The Hardscrabbles are fascinating characters with all the problems a normal family deals with...even if they do deal with them Ina rather over the top way. I will admit I was surprised by the ending. I can usually figure books like this out and to my delight there were a few surprises in there. Worth the read for sure.