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Dawn Marie (22 KP) rated The Dark Crystal (1982) in Movies
Jan 19, 2018
I remember seeing this in the movie theater when I was a young girl I at first was mesmerized by the mystics they we sweet and kind but when the skeksi came on I found myself terrified as a young kid I found myself going from hiding my face to amazement. As I grew older this movie became one of my absolute favorite along with labyrinth and the neverending story! Can be very scary for young viewers but a treat for those at an age where they can properly enjoy it without being scared
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated Gluten for Punishment (A Baker's Treat, #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Toni Holmes is opening a gluten free bakery in the small Kansas town where she grew up. She's expecting a little trouble from the local wheat farmers, but someone throws wheat filled balloons during the grand opening. Then a dead body is found outside her front door.
I liked Toni and the rest of the characters. However, I found the plot frustrating because events doubled for any real clues or twists. Poor editing left in several major mistakes as well. I won't be going further with this author.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/04/book-review-gluten-for-punishment-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
I liked Toni and the rest of the characters. However, I found the plot frustrating because events doubled for any real clues or twists. Poor editing left in several major mistakes as well. I won't be going further with this author.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/04/book-review-gluten-for-punishment-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Zuky the BookBum (15 KP) rated Look Who's Back in Books
Mar 15, 2018
While I found this book enjoyable to read, there were a few aspects of it that irritates me throughout.
1) I couldn't understand why Hitler was unable to change himself ever so slightly to mix in with modern society. It was clear he understood the world has changed so why couldn't he make the effort to change with it?
2) Would Germany really be so accepting of a Hitler 'impersonator'? I have the feeling that no, they would not!
Other than these two points I enjoyed the book, and by this I don't mean I found Hitler and his atrocious crimes funny, this book is clearly a piss take...
1) I couldn't understand why Hitler was unable to change himself ever so slightly to mix in with modern society. It was clear he understood the world has changed so why couldn't he make the effort to change with it?
2) Would Germany really be so accepting of a Hitler 'impersonator'? I have the feeling that no, they would not!
Other than these two points I enjoyed the book, and by this I don't mean I found Hitler and his atrocious crimes funny, this book is clearly a piss take...
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated Crashed (Junior Bender, #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
What at first appears to be a normal job for professional burglar Junior Bender leaves him blackmailed into helping a mobster. But what that mobster wants to do is even more surprising - and dangerous.
I found the characters very real, engaging, and enjoyable. Unfortunately, I found the plot uneven and the foul language a bit more than I can tolerate. Then again, this isn't my normal choice for reading material, so it's on me. I'm glad I tried it because I was curious about the series, but I won't read any more.
My full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-crashed-by-timothy-hallinan.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
I found the characters very real, engaging, and enjoyable. Unfortunately, I found the plot uneven and the foul language a bit more than I can tolerate. Then again, this isn't my normal choice for reading material, so it's on me. I'm glad I tried it because I was curious about the series, but I won't read any more.
My full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-crashed-by-timothy-hallinan.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Caffeinated Fae (464 KP) rated The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty (Sleeping Beauty, #1) in Books
Jul 10, 2018
Anne Rice has a beautiful way with words. This is definitely a BDSM novel. It deals with submission, domination, bondage, masochism etc.
If you're looking for a novel along the lines of "Fifty Shades" you may not want to read this. I say that because "Fifty Shades" eases you into the idea, this book smacks you in the face with it.
This was a fascinating book. I found myself horrified and curious while reading this book. It forces you to look at society. I found myself enthralled with this novel. I couldn't help but read this book with a psychological approach. It was truly entertaining and fascinating.
If you're looking for a novel along the lines of "Fifty Shades" you may not want to read this. I say that because "Fifty Shades" eases you into the idea, this book smacks you in the face with it.
This was a fascinating book. I found myself horrified and curious while reading this book. It forces you to look at society. I found myself enthralled with this novel. I couldn't help but read this book with a psychological approach. It was truly entertaining and fascinating.
MoMoBookDiary (20 KP) rated Good Me, Bad Me in Books
Oct 1, 2018
I found this novel to be very disturbing – but isn’t that the point of psychological thrillers?
The author has told a very interesting, yet chilling, tale which I found difficult to read at times but was so hooked that I had to keep reading – and read it in a day.
I did struggle with the author’s style of writing at the beginning. It seemed more young adult fiction than psychological but once I got over the tone I did enjoy the book, although did find it predictable.
Thanks to Ali Land, Penguin UK and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this new and exciting novel for 2017.
The author has told a very interesting, yet chilling, tale which I found difficult to read at times but was so hooked that I had to keep reading – and read it in a day.
I did struggle with the author’s style of writing at the beginning. It seemed more young adult fiction than psychological but once I got over the tone I did enjoy the book, although did find it predictable.
Thanks to Ali Land, Penguin UK and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this new and exciting novel for 2017.
Erika (17788 KP) rated Venom (2018) in Movies
Oct 7, 2018
So, I've now seen this movie twice, once in 3D and once in 2D. Honestly, it doesn't need to be seen in 3D.
I know the critics panned this film, but I found it incredibly likeable. Tom Hardy made this film, he was Venom and Eddie Brock. The accent was whack, but that's his thing. The story was a standard origin story, and mostly predictable, it doesn't re-invent the wheel or anything.
I'm not sure how/why Michelle Williams was cast in the girlfriend role, but I found her completely annoying. But, I'm not a fan of Michelle Williams at all.
I know the critics panned this film, but I found it incredibly likeable. Tom Hardy made this film, he was Venom and Eddie Brock. The accent was whack, but that's his thing. The story was a standard origin story, and mostly predictable, it doesn't re-invent the wheel or anything.
I'm not sure how/why Michelle Williams was cast in the girlfriend role, but I found her completely annoying. But, I'm not a fan of Michelle Williams at all.
Roxanne (13 KP) rated The Boy Who Taught the Beekeeper to Read: and Other Stories in Books
Nov 14, 2018
Well...I finished it but I didn't enjoy it. I found the collection of short stories to be very depressing and once I had finished each one I felt like I had missed the point completely. I just didn't understand them and I found the writing to be quite muddled. I can't decide if it's a case of 'it's not you, it's me', or 'no, it's definitely you...yeesh'.
I picked this up as I enjoyed 'The Woman in Black' but they just can't be compared.
For quite a short book this took me ages to read...it's great if you need help falling asleep though.
I picked this up as I enjoyed 'The Woman in Black' but they just can't be compared.
For quite a short book this took me ages to read...it's great if you need help falling asleep though.
I chose this book for my monthly book club, as we had chosen the topic of transport and I had this book at home waiting to be read. I had a lot of anticipation, as i had just read misery and loved it.
I liked this book but found it was drawn out, I felt like instead of the 600 pages it could have been half that, and because of its length I found myself getting bored sometimes.
All in all a good story and it would be recommended, but I dont think it's for everyone , not everyone would have the patience with it.
I liked this book but found it was drawn out, I felt like instead of the 600 pages it could have been half that, and because of its length I found myself getting bored sometimes.
All in all a good story and it would be recommended, but I dont think it's for everyone , not everyone would have the patience with it.