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Phil Leader (619 KP) rated The Captain Disaster Collection in Books
Nov 11, 2019
Captain Disaster is the hapless hero of a series of computer games by the author and his (mis)adventures are ripe for some rib tickling short stories.
This book is a collection of these tales, with only the most tenuous connection between them. The author is clearly heavily influenced by Douglas Adams, but although Seaman doesn't match Adams in terms of with his writing or humour, that is not a criticism as he was unique. Instead Captain Disaster has his own voice - aspiring to Adams certainly but with a good mix of silly jokes, slapstick and toilet humour.
Not everything flies but enough works that this is a fun and entertaining read. This is only supposed to be a very lighthearted, knock-about science fiction spoof after all. If you need a smile putting on your face, as well as a few groans being elicited, this is just what you need.
This book is a collection of these tales, with only the most tenuous connection between them. The author is clearly heavily influenced by Douglas Adams, but although Seaman doesn't match Adams in terms of with his writing or humour, that is not a criticism as he was unique. Instead Captain Disaster has his own voice - aspiring to Adams certainly but with a good mix of silly jokes, slapstick and toilet humour.
Not everything flies but enough works that this is a fun and entertaining read. This is only supposed to be a very lighthearted, knock-about science fiction spoof after all. If you need a smile putting on your face, as well as a few groans being elicited, this is just what you need.
TravelersWife4Life (31 KP) rated Storm Rising (Book of the Wars, #1) in Books
Feb 24, 2021
I absolutely LOVED this book (and so did my husband, who rarely likes reading) it had action, Biblical mystery, swirling relationships (Which hopefully we get to see in the next book) and many daring spy type stunts. A great book that pulls you in and does not want to let go, I read it a week ago and I still keep thinking about the possible scenarios. It was so hard to put down. If you have never read anything by Ronie Kendig this is a great one to start with, and one I highly recommend putting on your summer TBR Pile.
I give this book a 5 star rating for the many adventures, the depth of the characters, and for making me feel as though I was right there experiencing all of it first hand. Can not wait to read the next one in this series !!
I give this book a 5 star rating for the many adventures, the depth of the characters, and for making me feel as though I was right there experiencing all of it first hand. Can not wait to read the next one in this series !!
Andy K (10823 KP) rated Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) in Movies
Dec 14, 2017
The Clone Wars movie was basically just an extension of the TV series which I didn't watch much of, but it was decent. It makes me wonder if other Star Wars TV movies would do well.
I would love to see animated adaptations of the Timothy Zahn novels, but that probably will not happen.
This Clone Wars film can still be enjoyed by Star Wars fans young and old.
I would love to see animated adaptations of the Timothy Zahn novels, but that probably will not happen.
This Clone Wars film can still be enjoyed by Star Wars fans young and old.
Erika (17789 KP) rated Evil Genius in TV
Jul 21, 2018 (Updated Jul 21, 2018)
I was not a fan of this docu-series based on the pizza bombing in PA. It wasn't engaging, and it was pretty boring. I didn't feel any sympathy for any of the characters, and the back and forth was irritating to me. Was the victim a victim, or part of the whole thing? Honestly, I didn't care, and I found it hard to watch until the end.
Evil genius? Yeah...ok.
Evil genius? Yeah...ok.
Lou (7 KP) rated Prophecy of the Sisters in Books
Nov 28, 2018
This book started off pretty slow but did pick up towards the end...
However, I did feel like I had points where I struggled to read it or didn’t really want to pick it up and carry it on even though it had it’s really good moments.
I’m not sure if I will continue to read the series but if I do I’ll be sure to keep you all updated!
However, I did feel like I had points where I struggled to read it or didn’t really want to pick it up and carry it on even though it had it’s really good moments.
I’m not sure if I will continue to read the series but if I do I’ll be sure to keep you all updated!
Sarah (82 KP) rated Prime Suspect: Tennison in TV
Jan 8, 2019
Great insight.
A great insight into the early days of Jane Tennison. As I watched the episodes of Prime Suspect when I was younger (and watching again now) I looked forward to watching this and I was not disappointed. An awesome series showing Jane's struggles to be identified as a great detective in a predominately male role.
Enjoyed it so much I have started watching Prime Suspect from the very beginning again.
Enjoyed it so much I have started watching Prime Suspect from the very beginning again.
Merissa (13427 KP) rated Night Shadow (Night Tales, #2) in Books
Dec 17, 2018
Take any Marvel hero and put him into a romance book and what do you get? A perfect escapist evening with a dark, brooding hero and a woman who has a mind and is not afraid to use it. I loved the twist this book has and it is the first of them that I have read, even though it is the second book in the series. Thoroughly enjoyable and definitely recommended.
Kate (355 KP) rated Locke and Key in TV
Apr 6, 2020
Gothic, supernatural series
only only four episodes in but keeping me hooked. It’s slightly gothic with the setting, a big house set on the cliff end with lots of rooms and history to it. If you are a fan of the supernatural, fantasy, slight horror ( not too much) then this probably up your street. The story line is slowly unfolding so you a,y to start at the beginning to understand the whole plot.
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Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Sugar Daddy (Sugar Bowl, #1) in Books
Jan 11, 2021
Hmm...I liked the middle of this more than the beginning or the end. They turned into a really nice happy couple and enjoyed reading their budding romance.
I got Sela's need for revenge but i do think she was going about it in the wrong way. Maybe find something illegal, catch him doing something dodgy, not just go in for the kill, literally.
I'm undecided on whether i want to continue the series.
I got Sela's need for revenge but i do think she was going about it in the wrong way. Maybe find something illegal, catch him doing something dodgy, not just go in for the kill, literally.
I'm undecided on whether i want to continue the series.