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Roxanne (13 KP) rated Autofiction in Books
Nov 14, 2018
This was a very strange book that deserves a good rating as it's one that has been stuck in my mind for a while now and I always find that if a book is memorable it deserves great praise. A bizarre story about a fruit loop of a girl who is extremely possessive and a slave to dark thoughts. You are welcomed into a very disturbed mind, which I found fascinating.
Before reading this novel I had never heard of the author before and I picked it up as the cover caught my eye when browsing the shelves in my local library. After reading the blurb I thought the story sounded very interesting...a sort of twisted romance. I was not disappointed as I felt the author delivered. I found that I could not completely feel attached to the MC, however, which was the only downside for me and I wanted to slap her a few times but maybe that's how the author wished you to feel towards the MC, I am not sure.
Overall, I enjoyed this story...mostly because it was something different and bizarre...2 of my favourite things.
Before reading this novel I had never heard of the author before and I picked it up as the cover caught my eye when browsing the shelves in my local library. After reading the blurb I thought the story sounded very interesting...a sort of twisted romance. I was not disappointed as I felt the author delivered. I found that I could not completely feel attached to the MC, however, which was the only downside for me and I wanted to slap her a few times but maybe that's how the author wished you to feel towards the MC, I am not sure.
Overall, I enjoyed this story...mostly because it was something different and bizarre...2 of my favourite things.
Dana (24 KP) rated Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery in Books
Mar 23, 2018
This was a very sad and true tale about the disappearances of women in the North Eastern coast of America. If you know me, you will know I love true crime stories. I don't know why, I just find them so interesting and compelling. That being said, this one was incredibly sad. These women who were abducted, killed, and buried without any feeling for their lives or their families lives is heinous and callous. The fact that these women's killer still has yet to be found is just as horrifying. I am definitely planning on looking into these murders more, not really to see if I can help, because I don't think I can. But I would like to see if there is more information that can be gathered on it.
To the friends and families involved, I hope you are able to find peace in knowing your childrens' stories are getting out into the world. Thank you for sharing their stories.
To the friends and families involved, I hope you are able to find peace in knowing your childrens' stories are getting out into the world. Thank you for sharing their stories.
Caffeinated Fae (464 KP) rated The Generosity Factor in Books
Jul 12, 2018
Have you ever read a book and rolled your eyes so many times that you thought they would get stuck like that? Well, if you're looking for a book to experience the feeling, this is the book for you.
Personally, the thought behind this book was interesting and I hoped that I would learn something from it. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. All this book talked about was God. God this, God that, etc. It was done in such a preachy way, I couldn't enjoy it. I kept wishing that it was more subtle and not preachy.
I am not a religious person but I usually can get through religious books without wanting to gag myself with a spoon. I'm glad that I didn't purchase it and that it was a gift.
If you're a religious person, you may like this book. I personally found it way too preachy and not something I would ever recommend.
Personally, the thought behind this book was interesting and I hoped that I would learn something from it. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. All this book talked about was God. God this, God that, etc. It was done in such a preachy way, I couldn't enjoy it. I kept wishing that it was more subtle and not preachy.
I am not a religious person but I usually can get through religious books without wanting to gag myself with a spoon. I'm glad that I didn't purchase it and that it was a gift.
If you're a religious person, you may like this book. I personally found it way too preachy and not something I would ever recommend.
Sammeh Lowry (15 KP) rated Landline in Books
Jul 13, 2019
"I think I can live without you, but it won't be any kind of life"
I am not a patient kinda person. As much as I really loved the whole back and forwardness,and as much as I know it was very much needed as it was a giant part of the story, I found myself wanting to know what would happen noooow! I hated Neal at the beginning of this book I thought he was a giant self centered you know what. By the end of this book I love him, and I now how reading their story made me come to that conclusion.I disliked Georgie too more often than not,but at the end I loved her. Thought provoking and just wonderful, yet another magical book from Rainbow Rowell.
I am not a patient kinda person. As much as I really loved the whole back and forwardness,and as much as I know it was very much needed as it was a giant part of the story, I found myself wanting to know what would happen noooow! I hated Neal at the beginning of this book I thought he was a giant self centered you know what. By the end of this book I love him, and I now how reading their story made me come to that conclusion.I disliked Georgie too more often than not,but at the end I loved her. Thought provoking and just wonderful, yet another magical book from Rainbow Rowell.
Micah Ulibarri (79 KP) rated Google Assistant in Apps
Apr 14, 2018
Helpful, though not entirely intuitive
It's a useful app if you don't have a number of other apps. I imagine Alexa is much more intuitive. Some things it was very helpful for (ex. My wife breeds snake and when asked how to treat snake burns it found and recited accurate information). On the other hand I asked how many QuikTrip are between my home and work. It brought me a Wikipedia of the wrong company.
The games were very simple. Not the worst thing if you are passing the time. On the other hand, not great.
The news was good. I brought it down to pretty specific and broad terms and it always found good and current (less than 24hours) on the topic.
The games were very simple. Not the worst thing if you are passing the time. On the other hand, not great.
The news was good. I brought it down to pretty specific and broad terms and it always found good and current (less than 24hours) on the topic.
Book Divas (227 KP) rated Never Forgotten (Never Forgotten, #1) in Books
Dec 12, 2017
I loved this book. Beautifully written story about a young girl who will soon learn unexpected truths about herself. I found myself emotionally caught up in the story and its strong characters. This is one of those books you simply cannot pass by. Kelly Risser is a very talented writer and I'm looking forward to reading more of her books.
Erika (17788 KP) rated Star Wars: Han Solo - Imperial Cadet in Books
Aug 13, 2019
This miniseries was not a great addition to the legend of Han Solo. I found it a little boring, and half of the first issue was a re-hash of the beginning of Solo. I would have thought Han's adventures in the Imperial Navy would have been at least a little more entertaining. This is one you can definitely skip.
Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated Rogue Male in Books
Aug 15, 2017
Boring, protagonist is irritating
I'm not going to lie but I struggled to get into this book mostly because it's not the usual genre I prefer. I found the story sinfully boring mostly because all the main character does is run around for the entire book. He also seems super cocky throughout, and for those who hate James Bond - will equally find this annoying. That being said, it's not what I generally read so you might actually enjoy it.
Heather Cranmer (2721 KP) rated The Forest of Hands and Teeth (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #1) in Books
Jun 6, 2018
Wow, wow, wow! A friend of mine recommended this book to me, and I'm so glad I read it. It started out a bit slow for the first couple of chaters but then I found that I couldn't put it down!!
The book kept me guessing as there were a lot of plot twists. I also loved all the characters =)
And it's a zombie book, so what else could you want!?!
Definitely give this one a read!!
The book kept me guessing as there were a lot of plot twists. I also loved all the characters =)
And it's a zombie book, so what else could you want!?!
Definitely give this one a read!!
englishrose08 (9 KP) rated the PlayStation 4 version of Fallout 4 in Video Games
Aug 14, 2018
the game that never lets you down
I couldn't wait for this to be released, as i have played them all, and fall out 4 never let me down once, from the changing your features until the end, the story captivated and drew me in. and just because i clocked the game, it didn't stop there, i found my self making new towns and doing a lot of side quests, definitely value for money as always.