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Erin Horner (30 KP) rated Us (2019) in Movies

Jun 1, 2019 (Updated Jun 1, 2019)  
Us (2019)
Us (2019)
2019 | Horror, Thriller
I thought this film was really interesting and I didn't know what to expect which is always good. I loved Get Out so I was really excited for this and it didn't disappoint. I think I may need to give it a rewatch because there's a lot of information to take in. Part of it feels like it could be a classic chic flic when the mums are just sitting on the beach together and the other half of it is really spooky and weird. Definitely keeps you on the age of your toes and it's unlike anything I've seen before.
  
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Hana Wilsei (7 KP) rated Coffin Road in Books

Jan 19, 2018 (Updated Jan 19, 2018)  
Coffin Road
Coffin Road
Peter May | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
7
7.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
cool information about bees, goth teenager (0 more)
amnesia lasts too long (0 more)
The MCs of this book are simply not as likably as Fin MacLeod of The Lewis Trilogy. For most of this book, the MC (the one in 1st person) is unsure of who he is, though it seems obvious that he is related to another MC. As someone who experienced traumatic amnesia, I know that the character's amnesia is well done, but as a reader I didn't like it--it lasted too long. This was a good read, just not as thrilling as his other books.
  
Then She Was Gone
Then She Was Gone
Lisa Jewell | 2017 | Thriller
7
8.1 (21 Ratings)
Book Rating
A little far-fetched but still exciting
While this thriller seems highly unlikely, it is pretty exciting with twist after twist. More than a decade after the disappearance and death of Ellie Mack, mother Laurel begins a new relationship with a family with a sinister connection.

Some aspects seem hugely unrealistic, i.e. relying on face value to make judgements, and the interconnections appear a little tenuous but this book should be enjoyed as an exhilarating read, rather than a psychological drama. There is very little character development, and sparse information regarding the wider characters such as Hannah and Paul. However, it's interesting nonetheless.
  
Inside Out Ancient Egypt
Inside Out Ancient Egypt
Lorraine Jean Hopping | 2017 | Children, History & Politics
9
8.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Layers, Information, illustrations (0 more)
Short Length (0 more)
Inside out...
With beautiful illustrations and interesting subject matter, this book is a win-win with curious children. and although it is quite short, it fills a child with wonder and lets them take in what they want before progressing to more challenging reading material. With appropriate technical language used, this book would be good in a school library and would work well for project work as well as curious individuals.
I am reviewing this book for Luann Columbo, Quarto Publishing, and NetGalley who gave me a copy of their book for an honest review.
  
The Society (Spy Girl book 3)
The Society (Spy Girl book 3)
Jillian Dodd | 2017 | Mystery, Young Adult (YA)
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
The mystery and intrigue continues. With very new piece of information we learn it seems as though one question is answered and at least two more appear.

Huntley continues to save the world in style whilst trying to decipher her past. All of this is made more challenging by not knowing who to trust.

As a reader we are just as baffled as Huntley about her past, despite the very small snippets from an unknown narrator.

The book ends on a pretty massive cliffhanger, so be prepared, although you’re lucky, you won’t have to wait for the next book to be released.
  
Answer Me This!
Answer Me This!
Comedy
9
7.8 (4 Ratings)
Podcast Rating
Strange questions (2 more)
Informative
Banter between presenters
Laughing at their own comments (0 more)
Great on Commutes
If you have a long journey, download a selection of these and you are set to travel. There are a wide selection of bizarre, interesting, silly and practical questions, with enough humour and information to keep you occupied for your trip.

Sometimes they do laugh a little too much at their own remarks but as the show is so entertaining, this isn't too much of a problem and you just find yourself thinking "oh shut up" rather than getting annoyed with it...
  
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Lee (2222 KP) rated Searching (2018) in Movies

Sep 15, 2018  
Searching (2018)
Searching (2018)
2018 | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
The search for a missing daughter unfolds before our eyes on a computer screen, pulling together clues and information from social media and messaging services. While there have been a couple of decent horror movies recently employing this method of storytelling, none of them have been as effective as this. Edge of seat, intense drama with a few twists and turns towards the end. This may have gripped me a lot more than it normally would, as I have a daughter in her early teens, just starting to build an online life of her own, but wow this movie was amazing!
  
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Sonofdel (6291 KP) rated Killing Pablo in Books

Oct 15, 2018  
Killing Pablo
Killing Pablo
Mark Bowden | 2016 | Biography
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
amazing life story with a very detailed background (0 more)
Wonderful Insight
I was a bit curious about this book as i have watched the series Narcos on Netflix which has been created from this book. The book is much darker and contains a lot of information about Pablo Escobar that was lacking in the series. This shows his childhood and how he grew to become one of the most notorious Drug lords in the world. If you like your biographical stories then this won't let you down. A fantastic read even for those who have not seen the series.
  
This book is all you need for everything you need or want to know about you and your bump. I would recommend this to every pregnant lady. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because it is aimed at the 'traditional' pregnancy with the 'traditional' family plan...not with any support to an unplanned pregnancy or perhaps a single mother to be. This is probably not intentionally one sided but it would have been even more helpful with some information perhaps dedicated to a family which may not necessarily be seen as 'the norm'.
  
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KatyShubo (75 KP) rated Pregnancy + in Apps

Jan 5, 2019  
Pregnancy +
Pregnancy +
Medical, Education
7
7.0 (1 Ratings)
App Rating
Same old information with a twist (0 more)
Fun and informative
This app allows you to check how big you baby is according to fruit (everyone does fruit) animals (a little more unusual) and sweets (who doesn't want to compare their baby to sweets )
Every day an article is uploaded which relates to where you are in pregnancy.
Articles are written by a variety of people
The app also allows you to save articles, make notes and keep track of things like your weight.
It may not be the most comprehensive app out there but I’m enjoying what it has to offer.