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Howl's Moving Castle
Howl's Moving Castle
Diana Wynne Jones | 1989 | Children
9
9.3 (17 Ratings)
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A good read for young adults and "grown up" adults. Easy to follow, strong female character, magic and mayhem. Wonderful visuals painted with words. (0 more)
The climax of the story takes a while to get to. This story has a slow build up, with spats of action peppered throughout. It is important to be patient with this novel. (0 more)
  
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Someone Out There
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Someone Out There is a really enjoyable début novel full of suspense, tension, drama and intrigue with interesting characters and a great storyline and I look forward to reading more from this new author.

Full review at my blog: <a href="http://readingstuffnthings.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/someone-out-there-by-catherine-hunt.html">Reading Stuff 'n' Things</a>
  
Stand by Me (1986)
Stand by Me (1986)
1986 | Drama
Based on the Stephen King novel, The body, which is the backdrop to this great story. (2 more)
Outstanding acting from the then young cast.
Nostalgic story of friendship and the vulnerability of youth.
Coming of age movie, with the late River Phoenix. Stand by Me is a small, quiet film that walks tall and resonates long after.
  
Now I Rise (The Conqueror&#039;s Saga #2)
Now I Rise (The Conqueror's Saga #2)
Kiersten White | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.7 (3 Ratings)
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To me the important thing in this novel is the character developement. While I didn't like Lada in the very beginning of the first book I really thing she underwent an immense character developement and really grew into hersef.
Critic- Kim
Original Score- 4 out of 5

Read Review: http://bookishkimslr.blogspot.co.uk/2017/05/review-now-i-rise-kiersten-white.html
  
The Child
The Child
Fiona Barton | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
9
8.3 (15 Ratings)
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I highly recommend THE CHILD for readers looking for a psychological suspense novel that will tug on your heartstrings as much as it will keep you up all night reading.
Critic- Crime By The Book
Original Score: 4.5 out of 5

Read Review: http://crimebythebook.com/blog/2017/4/11/book-review-the-child-by-fiona-barton
  
Coming Up For Air
Coming Up For Air
Miranda Kenneally | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
10
9.0 (3 Ratings)
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It does an amazing job of showcasing what it takes to be an elite athlete, while also taking a closer look at today’s hook up culture. I loved every minute of it.
Critic- A Novel Glimpse
Original Score: 5 out of 5

Read Review: http://anovelglimpse.com/2017/05/09/review-coming-up-for-air-by-miranda-kenneally/
  
The Breakdown
The Breakdown
B.A. Paris | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
9
8.0 (16 Ratings)
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All in all, this was a really entertaining read and a solid follow up to a massive success. it's a really gripping read and a powerful psychological thriller in the truest sense of the word.
Critic- Novel Gossip
Original Score: 4.5 out of 5

Read Review: https://novelgossip.com/2017/03/14/review-the-breakdown-by-ba-paris/
  
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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Azure in Books

Jan 12, 2018  
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Azure
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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Society is perfect, or at least that is what the citizens of [Azure] are told daily. What they see and experience tells them otherwise. This futuristic novel is a modern day version of [1984]. The government wants to retain control and power so badly they are willing to sacrifice everyone. [Grant Palmquist] creates a eerie prospect of the future.
  
Station Eleven
Station Eleven
Emily St. John Mandel | 2015 | Fiction & Poetry, Science Fiction/Fantasy
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7.9 (29 Ratings)
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"Thoughtful apocalyptic concept"
This novel mixes an apocalyptic scenario with real life dramas from a bygone era. The various narratives are engaging and the back and forth stories knit together all the different subplots. The fact that it surrounds a troupe of performers with a past history in the arts makes for a different kind of dystopian fiction.
  
Stoner: A Novel
Stoner: A Novel
Alex Clark Introduces Shelf Help | 2014 | Fiction & Poetry
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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Simple, classy, beautifully written
This subdued simple novel about a man named William Stoner is gloriously poignant and subtle to the extreme. His career as a professor, despite his humble beginnings, and his role as a father and husband is punctuated throughout with small changes and crises. It's a gorgeous piece of literature, reminiscent of American period pieces.