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ClareR (5950 KP) rated Flames in Books

Feb 12, 2019  
Flames
Flames
Robbie Arnott | 2018 | Contemporary, Fiction & Poetry, Science Fiction/Fantasy
10
8.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Magical realism at it's most beautiful
This book is jam packed with magical realism. The imagery is beautiful, it is constantly surprising, and I couldn't get enough.
There are women who rise from the dead, seals who forge unbreakable bonds with swimming fishermen, Gods, Goddesses, and people borne of fire.
Tasmania is imagined as a fantastical landscape, steeped in beauty and folklore - it's a place I've never been to, but this book certainly piqued my interest. I can honestly say that each chapter is a surprise. I didn't see any of the storyline coming. There's no guessing at what's going to happen - and I loved that unpredictable journey through this book.
If I could give this book more than 5/5, i most certainly would!
Many thanks to ReadersFirst and the publisher for my copy of this beautiful book.
  
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Mariafrancesca (30 KP) rated A Pocketful of Crows in Books

Mar 30, 2019  
A Pocketful of Crows
A Pocketful of Crows
Joanne M. Harris | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
8
9.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Magical
This is a powerful story inspired by the Child Ballads and it couldn't be more current. It covers the themes of womanhood, independence, relationships and, of course, revenge. The existence of the Free Folk is for sure a lonely one, it is the price to pay for being independent and free and walk the Earth in the skin that they prefer. But our young protagonist, fierce but naive, is ready to give all of that up in order to try the most forbidden thing for her kind: the love of a man. In a magical and eerie background, she will learn how much the promises of an entitled man are worth and she will have to come to terms with her feelings, all the things she has lost and this person she has become in order to find herself again.
  
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BookInspector (124 KP) rated Witch in Winter in Books

Sep 24, 2020  
Witch in Winter
Witch in Winter
Kaye Umansky | 2019 | Children, Fiction & Poetry, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
The protagonist in this story would be Elsie, a girl, who can do a few magical spells. She is only beginning to learn how to do magic, with the help of a great witch Magenta. I really liked Elsie, she is smart but kind little witch, that is not afraid of adventures. I really liked all the characters chosen for the book, they are all different and interesting to read about. They all have their moods, that make them special and memorable.

The narrative of this novel was easy, adventurous and entertaining. This book is not very long, and it is filled with beautiful illustrations. The narrative is quite surprising, and it has interesting turns and unexpected surprises. I absolutely loved the magical larder, that makes any dish/food you wish for. (I need this in my life!!!
  
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Smashley (63 KP) rated The Wizard of Oz (1939) in Movies

Aug 15, 2017  
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
1939 | Fantasy, Musical
9
8.4 (117 Ratings)
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It's a classic!
So I may be a little biased as I was born in the same Minnesota town as Judy Garland. Even so, there's something so magical about witches, munchkins, a colorful faraway land, and a girl who just wants to go home. And let's not forget those sparkly shoes! This movie is a treasured part of my childhood!
  
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Kaz (232 KP) rated The Greatest Showman (2017) in Movies

May 14, 2019 (Updated May 14, 2019)  
The Greatest Showman (2017)
The Greatest Showman (2017)
2017 | Drama, Musical
9
8.5 (237 Ratings)
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A Great Feel Good Movie
Although this film doesn't reflect the reality of P.T Barnum's life; it misses out some of the darker elements to this story, I think the empowering message of this film, combined with fantastic songs and magical visuals, will put a smile on your face.