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Refelctions in a Golden Eye
Refelctions in a Golden Eye
Carson McCullers | 2001 | Fiction & Poetry, LGBTQ+
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"This is McCullers’s most vicious and finest work, though I love all her work. The narrative stars a closeted army captain on a Southern military base, and a surrounding cast of depressed, outrageous, flamboyant, and cruel characters, or rather, people."

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Sid Meier's Civilization V The Complete Edition
Sid Meier's Civilization V The Complete Edition
Simulation
Great Selection of Countries (4 more)
Streamlined Military Units
Beautiful Graphics and Art Design
Huge Science Research Tree
Just...One...More...Turn...
Civilization Building Strategy Perfection
I have yet to play Civilization VI, but Civilization V has been my favorite in the series so far. They switched tiles from being four-sided to five-sided, and that extra direction adds plenty of nuance to the game by itself. Military units are streamlined, cities get bigger and better looking as they grow, and it's always a joy to see the wonders you build appear in the landscape. I've sunk a lot of time into full length matches, and usually prefer to win through military action or science, but I have managed a few diplomatic victories as well. The religion system has never really interested me, but I'm sure winning that way appeals to some. It's a great and massive game to get lost in.
  
Military Wives (2020)
Military Wives (2020)
2020 | Drama
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8.6 (7 Ratings)
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The music helps shine outstanding performances by the cast! (0 more)
I hoped that more of the characters backstory would have been more explained and developed! (0 more)
War United Them! Music Made Them A Family!
When their spouses are called to war, a group of military wives form a choir to deal with the distraction of the impending war. Unaware of what it takes to start and form a choir, the ladies learn that they have a lot more in common than what they think. The war may have united them but their love of music is what made them a family.
 When I watched the trailer for the movie, I was left somewhat baffled. I couldn't tell if the film was garnered more for fans of music or military families. But being a fan of Kristin Scott Thomas, I threw all doubts and hesitation about the film away and watched it...and I'm glad I did! Not knowing much about the story and it's characters, I became very enthralled with the movie. At first viewing, I thought I was watching a "military" version of the movie Pitch Perfect. Not knowing that the movie was based on a true story, it peaked my interest to learn more about the "true" military wives choir. After multiple watches though, I can honestly say that the overall plot and feel of the movie makes this a must see film. Fans of music and military films will enjoy this movie very immensely. A must see and highly recommended film!!!
  
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Aug 24, 2021  
"I enjoyed this book far more after Mike returns..."

No Flag (After Everything #1) by Liz Borino - @Archaeolibrary, @debbiereadsbook, @LizBorino, #Contemporary, #MM, #Military, #Romance, #BDSMElements, 3 out of 5 (good)

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Merissa (11600 KP) Aug 31, 2021

Excellent! I'll add it to my TBR list. Thanks for the recommendation. 😁

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Lindsay (1693 KP) Aug 31, 2021

Your welcome

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Merissa (11600 KP) created a post

Feb 8, 2022  
"Always trust your instincts..."

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery #2) by Winter Austin - @Archaeolibrary, @hotchoc84, @WinterAustin_, #Romantic, #Military, #Suspense, #Thriller, 5 out of 5 (exceptional)

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Running Blind (One-Eyed Jacks, #3)
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Cindy Gerard really does know how to write military romance. I really do love her writing but I felt like there is something missing with this series. The writing is good, I always am enraptured by the characters but it just doesn't have the quality of her other military/special ops series.

With that said, I really liked this book. I felt that it was a little slower paced but all in all, the characters were well written and the plot was interesting. I wish that it help my attention more but it was a good read.
  
Dr. Strangelove (1964)
Dr. Strangelove (1964)
1964 | Comedy
8.2 (25 Ratings)
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"I’ll start with Dr. Strangelove. The best satirical movie ever made. Has some amazingly funny performances. When you see Peter Sellers at his best, that’s about as good as you can get, and it’s a brilliantly written, brilliantly directed dissection of the military industrial state."

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Sudden Strike 4 - Dunkirk Announcement Trailer (US)

Relive the battles leading up to one of the world‘s most daring military rescue missions. Following the invasion of France in May 1940, the British Expeditionary Force and parts of the French Army had retreated to Dunkirk.

  
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Feb 15, 2022  
"Love the air of mystery!"

Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery #2) by Winter Austin - @Archaeolibrary, @Bethb19861, @WinterAustin_, #Romantic, #Military, #Suspense, #Thriller, 4 out of 5 (very good)

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Bootyversary
Bootyversary
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6.0 (1 Ratings)
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Peyton and Lance are about to celebrate their one year Bootyversary. They have been making booty calls for the past year. With Lance in the military and shipping out every few weeks, it's hard for them to make a plan to be together. Plus, Peyton doesn't want to be with a man in the military. That was how she grew up and she didn't want to have to go through all the worry her mom went through every time her father was away. But they love each other, right? Will love conquer all?

Thank you to the authors and BookSprout for a copy of this book to read and review.

Another quick cute story from Frankie and C.M. For me, this one wasn't as exciting as the first book in the series Bootyogomy (The Booty Call Series #1) by Frankie Love. I think it was because I knew what was going to happen at the end. I still enjoyed the book and will read the rest of the series.

I never had the desire to date anyone in the military. Not for the same reasons as Peyton, but because I knew a few people in the military growing up and there were not my cup of tea. If you're looking for a quick steamy romance with a HEA, pick this one up.