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Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated Kill Me Again in Books
Jul 28, 2017
Hated the protagonist, but relatively good plot
Right up to the last five minutes I hated the main female character to the point of wanting to stop listening as it seemed she was weak enough to become an accomplice to hideous crimes. However, it was salvaged to a certain degree with the ultimate act.
The character of Frank was completely predictable, and I had assumed he was such relatively early in the story. The other killer/s seemed slightly waffley in the story - but it makes sense why they had little importance or explanation until the end. I found the idea that the police never checked anyone's computers for information not believable at all. Overall, while I thought the plot was dramatic, I spent too much time feeling irritated by idiotic nature of the female character.
The character of Frank was completely predictable, and I had assumed he was such relatively early in the story. The other killer/s seemed slightly waffley in the story - but it makes sense why they had little importance or explanation until the end. I found the idea that the police never checked anyone's computers for information not believable at all. Overall, while I thought the plot was dramatic, I spent too much time feeling irritated by idiotic nature of the female character.
Sarah (7800 KP) rated Atomic Blonde (2017) in Movies
Aug 16, 2017
Soundtrack (1 more)
Fight scenes
Style over substance?
This is basically a slightly above average spy film - given the above average rating solely based on the killer soundtrack and great action scenes. Charlize Theron makes a pretty good kick ass action star. However the plot itself is a bit confusing at times, drags quite a lot and seems to have almost been pushed to the background in favour of the stylish music and fight scenes. The basic premise as well is sadly lacking in originality, it's so similar to numerous other spy films just with a cool 80s setting. It does however have a great supporting cast, but James McAvoy has been massively underused in this as he's a fantastic actor and needed more screen time. The ending was alright though, just a shame it took so long to get there.
MelanieTheresa (997 KP) rated Good Me, Bad Me in Books
May 16, 2018
What a great book. I was already intrigued by the plot: told from the point of view of the teenage child of a female child serial killer? I am here for this!
I wasn't disappointed; the story itself kept me riveted from page to page, and I was sad when it was over (not sad at the story, sad that there was no more to read). Was the story disturbing? Absolutely. But it was also fascinating, and the ending was really quite satisfying.
This review is a little sparse, yes, but that's because I'm being very mindful of spoilers. Trust me, you'll want to enjoy this one all on your own.
Thanks to Ali Land and the folks at Flatiron Books for the complimentary ARC, and allowing me the opportunity to read and review this book!
I wasn't disappointed; the story itself kept me riveted from page to page, and I was sad when it was over (not sad at the story, sad that there was no more to read). Was the story disturbing? Absolutely. But it was also fascinating, and the ending was really quite satisfying.
This review is a little sparse, yes, but that's because I'm being very mindful of spoilers. Trust me, you'll want to enjoy this one all on your own.
Thanks to Ali Land and the folks at Flatiron Books for the complimentary ARC, and allowing me the opportunity to read and review this book!
Andy K (10823 KP) rated The Meg (2018) in Movies
Mar 23, 2019
It's a stupid shark movie, what did you expect!?!
When a deep sea expedition unleashes a prehistoric killer mega shark, a team of divers has use their wits and skill to outwit the mega beast to survive. The animal is cunning and ferocious, so it will take all the crew has got in order to make it through.
Not sure what people were expecting. Certainly not Jaws or a classic horror movie. More like a cheesy Godzilla movie in the water. Some of it was implausible, cheesy or stupid dialogue. The CGI wasn't bad mostly, but a few parts felt very fake.
I'm sure my expectations were low based on what I heard beforehand; however, don't get me started on comparing movies to books. That is a lost cause.
Not sure what people were expecting. Certainly not Jaws or a classic horror movie. More like a cheesy Godzilla movie in the water. Some of it was implausible, cheesy or stupid dialogue. The CGI wasn't bad mostly, but a few parts felt very fake.
I'm sure my expectations were low based on what I heard beforehand; however, don't get me started on comparing movies to books. That is a lost cause.
Billie Wichkan (118 KP) rated Dead Again in Books
May 22, 2019
A dark story of a woman returning from the dead a year later to solve her own murder brings a number of exciting twists. Can anyone be trusted in this tale of murder, betrayal and secrets? Is the woman who returned really Neve and what’s her link to a murdered woman twenty years ago?
Neve must find her killer before she’s….
Dead Again.
WOW; this is definitely a different take on the psychological thriller.
I really enjoyed the story as the plot is very interesting. There are a lot of twists and it will keep you guessing to the end.
I can't give too much away as it will spoil the story for you but it is definitely a roller coaster of a ride and I look forward to reading more from the author.
Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the eARC.
Neve must find her killer before she’s….
Dead Again.
WOW; this is definitely a different take on the psychological thriller.
I really enjoyed the story as the plot is very interesting. There are a lot of twists and it will keep you guessing to the end.
I can't give too much away as it will spoil the story for you but it is definitely a roller coaster of a ride and I look forward to reading more from the author.
Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the eARC.
Mark Halpern (153 KP) rated Jaws (1975) in Movies
Jan 26, 2018
EPIC
Best Shark Movie Ever
Aminity Island which is a small island getaway is approching it's speak visitor month which is july get visited by a Great White Shark that starts picking off swimmers one by one. The chief enlists the help of a Marine Biologist and gets the local Top fish killer involved in going to take out the shark. They end up on a wild boat ride trying to kill one of the earth longest living eating machines that is not willing to just roll over and die.
Roy Schider, Richard Dryfus and Robert Shaw give an amazing performance in this suspenseful ocean tale.
One great piece of movie history from this movie is that the line "You're gonna need a bigger boat" was improvised and done on the first take. It is part of AFI's 100 greatest quotes.
Aminity Island which is a small island getaway is approching it's speak visitor month which is july get visited by a Great White Shark that starts picking off swimmers one by one. The chief enlists the help of a Marine Biologist and gets the local Top fish killer involved in going to take out the shark. They end up on a wild boat ride trying to kill one of the earth longest living eating machines that is not willing to just roll over and die.
Roy Schider, Richard Dryfus and Robert Shaw give an amazing performance in this suspenseful ocean tale.
One great piece of movie history from this movie is that the line "You're gonna need a bigger boat" was improvised and done on the first take. It is part of AFI's 100 greatest quotes.
Awix (3310 KP) rated The Avengers in TV
Mar 4, 2018 (Updated Mar 4, 2018)
Iconic British cult adventure series. Very few shows change as much as The Avengers did over its seven season run; what started off as a gritty thriller about Ian Hendry's crime-busting doctor gradually transformed first into virtual science fiction (the Diana Rigg episodes feature mind-swapping machines, killer robots and a brain-controlling alien plant) and then a much more whimsical fantasy show for its final year or so.
Many of the early episodes are quite hard work now, but the two seasons where Macnee is paired with Diana Rigg are classic TV, and the sometimes-maligned final season with Linda Thorson also contains many neglected gems (the episode with the murderous clowns, for instance). Even when the show is not quite firing on all cylinders, there is always Patrick Macnee's inimitable performance as Steed to enjoy.
Many of the early episodes are quite hard work now, but the two seasons where Macnee is paired with Diana Rigg are classic TV, and the sometimes-maligned final season with Linda Thorson also contains many neglected gems (the episode with the murderous clowns, for instance). Even when the show is not quite firing on all cylinders, there is always Patrick Macnee's inimitable performance as Steed to enjoy.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2395 KP) rated As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust (Flavia de Luce, #7) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Flavia has been sent to Canada and Miss Bodycote’s Female Academy for the fall 1951 term. She is very upset about being sent away from her family in England, but things definitely start looking up when a dead body falls out of her chimney on her first morning there. Who was the corpse? And who at the school is a killer?
Since this book takes place away from Flavia’s normal stomping grounds, it is easy to miss the series regulars. However, this book is filled with wonderful new supporting players. The book starts a little slowly as we are introduced to everyone, but soon we are caught in quite an interesting web that also advances the storyline introduced in the last book.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/09/book-review-as-chimney-sweepers-come-to.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Since this book takes place away from Flavia’s normal stomping grounds, it is easy to miss the series regulars. However, this book is filled with wonderful new supporting players. The book starts a little slowly as we are introduced to everyone, but soon we are caught in quite an interesting web that also advances the storyline introduced in the last book.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/09/book-review-as-chimney-sweepers-come-to.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2395 KP) rated Nun Too Soon (Giulia Driscoll #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Driscoll Investigations already has a full plate when Giulia is offered the case of the Silk Tie Killer. Roger Fitch, the accused, maintains that he is innocent of killing his girlfriend, and Giulia has a hard time walking away from an underdog. Is he truly innocent? There are certainly enough suspects, but can she figure it out?
I absolutely loved this book! Giulia and the other series regulars are a complete delight, and their teasing and bantered kept me grinning and smiling. The case has some nice twists, and the suspects were memorable no matter how much page time they had. This book tends toward the darker end of the cozy spectrum, but it was completely enjoyable.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2017/01/book-review-nun-too-soon-by-alice.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
I absolutely loved this book! Giulia and the other series regulars are a complete delight, and their teasing and bantered kept me grinning and smiling. The case has some nice twists, and the suspects were memorable no matter how much page time they had. This book tends toward the darker end of the cozy spectrum, but it was completely enjoyable.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2017/01/book-review-nun-too-soon-by-alice.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2395 KP) rated The Big Chili (Undercover Dish Mystery #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Lilah Drake has a fairly successful business secretly creating dishes for clients to claim as their own. When one of the dishes she created for a client is used to poison someone, Lilah must find the killer before her cover is blown.
I loved the idea behind this mystery, but the execution wasn’t as good as I hoped it would be. The characters are a bit on the cartoony side early on, although they do get fleshed out as the book progresses. On the other hand, the story slows down before we get the satisfying climax. Also, the romantic sub-plot feels clumsy.
NOTE: I was sent a copy of this book in hopes I would review it.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/03/book-review-big-chili-by-julia-buckley.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
I loved the idea behind this mystery, but the execution wasn’t as good as I hoped it would be. The characters are a bit on the cartoony side early on, although they do get fleshed out as the book progresses. On the other hand, the story slows down before we get the satisfying climax. Also, the romantic sub-plot feels clumsy.
NOTE: I was sent a copy of this book in hopes I would review it.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/03/book-review-big-chili-by-julia-buckley.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.