Cyn Armistead (14 KP) rated In Legend Born (Chronicles of Sirkara, #1) in Books
Mar 1, 2018
The book did end on a note of hope, and I want to know what happens next. I just don't know if I want it enough to slog through (at least) two more volumes.
Sweet Home
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Hyun, a loner high school student who lost his entire family in a terrible accident, is forced to...
Arifureta: From Commonplace To World's Strongest
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After Hajime Nagumo and his high school class are suddenly summoned to a fantastical world, he...
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Follow Your Fantasy
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Your Erotic Adventure Starts Here… Welcome to the thrillingly erotic world of Follow Your...
David McK (3425 KP) rated The Rage of Dragons in Books
May 15, 2022
And, I have to say, I was really impressed with it.
Telling the story of Tau Solarin, this probably falls somewhere between high fantasy (yes, there are dragons but no elves or dwarves or such like) and heroic fantasy (none of the characters are really what you would call conventional heroes!), but nor is it what I would call Dark fantasy (you can understand why they are doing what they are doing, with none of the characters really anti-heroes).
I'm looking forward to finding out more about the background, culture, beliefs and (in general) the world in future instalments: just what was The Cull, for instance, and why did the Omehi have to flee from it?
At that, how did the caste system come about? Will it be overthrown ... ?
Phillip McSween (751 KP) rated Pan's Labyrinth (2006) in Movies
Apr 26, 2018
Acting: 10
Beginning: 7
Not the best start I've seen in a film, but certainly not the worst. It gives you just enough to hook you and anticipate what is to follow.
Characters: 10
Cinematography/Visuals: 8
Conflict: 5
Genre: 3
Memorability: 8
The high score here is moreso indicative of director Guillermo del Toro trying something new and daring to be different. The creatures and the world in which they belong were unique enough to stand their own among other fantasy films I've seen. However, as the film shifts back and forth between fantasy and reality, I didn't get as much of the former as I would have hoped.
Pace: 4
Plot: 5
Again, I applaud an attempt to be innovative. What bothered me was how much was going on at once. It made it hard for me to enjoy the film as a whole. Things get pretty dark and depressing with no redemption in sight. I question some of the plot choices. Also, I was hoping that the fantasy world had a closer tie to the real world. Things fell apart for me when they did finally try and combine the two.
Resolution: 3
Overall: 63
A film with potential squandered by a mediocre ending and not going all in on the fantasy side. Not everyone's cup of tea, but I know a number of people that love it. I didn't.
High King of Britain (Once and Future Hearts Book 5)
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All she wants is to fight for Arthur and Britain. Lady Mair is a daughter of Corneus—the house...
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Acca (Angelbound Origins #3)
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In just one week, supernatural warrior Myla Lewis must discover enough evidence to send the evil...
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Alice (117 KP) rated Strange the Dreamer in Books
Mar 3, 2021
boy oh boy oh boy was this book beautiful (and full of monsters) and magical I was so captivated by the story and the land that I can completely understand how Lazlo got so caught up in the city of Weep.
If you're looking for an epic high fantasy I highkey recommend this one. It will touch your soul in new and exciting ways. Laini Taylor is a genius!!!
The Seven Spires
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An incredible high fantasy adventure set in a world based on familiar fairy tales, folklore, and...
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