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First Star (Book 1)
Ann Simas | 2013
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
first star by ann simas
reviewed by kaila for cbr

omg wow... this story was so amazing. so many different things involved in it. i fell head over heels for the characters.. i love that certain things happened which made me very happy.. and some sad things.. i loved that he finally admits and figures out love. the kids were totally adorable and i love flann. i am so glad i was about to review this one. it is amazing
  
A 17-year-old's death springboards reporter Eve Diamond into the culture of the parachute kids who come to America for an education. But who wanted to kill the teenage girl? The characters are great, however they are under served by a plot that wanders all over the place. I was done with it long before I reached the end.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-jasmine-trade-by-denise.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Tales from the Hood
Tales from the Hood
Michael Buckley, Peter Ferguson | 2017 | Children
10
9.3 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
The Grimm family is on the edge of finally freeing Sabrina and Daphne's parents from the sleeping spell they are under. Meanwhile, their friend the Big Bad Wolf is being tried for his crimes. This entire series is lots of fun, and it provides some nice twists to the familiar fairy tale characters. Aimed at kids, any adult will enjoy it.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-tales-from-hood-by-michael.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Ricky is asked to help stop a crime by pretending to be a juvenile delinquent to help his grandparents stop the crime wave at the mobile home park they run. However, the vandalism he thinks he's after is just the tip of the iceberg. Once again, this is a crafty mystery filled with great characters kids (and adults) will love.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-tyrant-of-badlands-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Dork_knight74 (881 KP) created a post

Jun 21, 2018  
Ok, so I saw a recommendation online for a movie on Netflix called "Teeth". I looked it up and watched it. It's a dark-comedy/horror film. This one was weird. Do NOT watch it with kids as it has a lot of sexual content and some pretty gross scenes. It was made well enough. The acting was a bit, meh, but not too bad. The story had some, well, sick twists... anyway, worth a watch if you're into horror films.
     
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Andy K (10823 KP) created a post in Movie Fun and Trivia

Jul 18, 2018  
What movie fits this description?

Ben Cash his wife Leslie and their six children live deep in the wilderness of Washington state. Isolated from society, Ben and Leslie devote their existence to raising their kids -- educating them to think critically, training them to be physically fit and athletic, guiding them in the wild without technology and demonstrating the beauty of co-existing with nature. When Leslie dies suddenly, Ben must take his sheltered offspring into the outside world for the first time.
  
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Awix (3310 KP) Jul 18, 2018

Not quite sure, but it sounds Fantastic... :)

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Andy K (10823 KP) Jul 18, 2018

That is correct!

I Kill Giants (2017)
I Kill Giants (2017)
2017 | Drama, Fantasy, Thriller
Story, characters, effects (0 more)
Moving and heartwarming
Find this one on hulu. A very interesting, enjoyable story about a young girl dealing with her life in a very unique way. The story unfolds very well and the ending is very moving. The special effects in this movie are really good and the young actress did a great job. This is a good family movie you can see with the kids. Really worth a watch, but be prepared(some of you) for tears.
  
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Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Game Over, Man! (2018) in Movies

Aug 9, 2018 (Updated Aug 9, 2018)  
Game Over, Man! (2018)
Game Over, Man! (2018)
2018 | Action, Comedy
This Netflix original action comedy stars the comedic trio from "Workaholics". The cinematography was good. The acting and storyline was pretty much what you'd expect from this group. There is some sexual and drug use content and a few gross violence scenes so this one really isn't for kids. If you're into "weird and goofy" comedies you'll enjoy this one. There are quite a few familiar comedic faces, as well. I'd say it's worth a watch if you're REALLY bored.
  
Oh, the Places You&#039;ll Go
Oh, the Places You'll Go
Dr. Seuss | 2011 | Children
10
8.9 (14 Ratings)
Book Rating
classic (1 more)
inspirational
Honestly, who does not love this book. I, sadly, didn't even know about this book until I was in high school but I immediately went out and bought it for my daughter when I first learned I was pregnant. I have since carried on traditional and each of my kids have their own copy.
This book is an appropriate gift for baby showers, graduations, "milestone" birthdays, etc. And if you haven't read it yet then what are you waiting for?
  
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Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Hold the Dark (2018) in Movies

Sep 30, 2018 (Updated Sep 30, 2018)  
Hold the Dark (2018)
Hold the Dark (2018)
2018 | Thriller
This turned out to be one heck of a thriller. Netflix did it again. Very dark and intense tale that takes place in Alaska. Reading the description barely touches the surface of the movies depth. The story played out great and the acting was very good. The imagery and cinematography were very well done. It's a fairly violent movie so may not be for kids. I'd watch it first and decide for yourselves though, parents. REALLY worth a watch though.