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Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated We Have Always Lived in the Castle in Books
Aug 3, 2017
A cautionary tale of mob mentality
This is absolutely tragic. The last few scenes remind me of Frankenstein. This mystery novel surrounds a quirky young woman, her older agoraphobic sister Constance, their disabled uncle and an enigmatic cousin. They have a rather hideous family secret that is revealed midway but the reasoning behind it remains unknown. It is a fascinating story, engaging, and straightforward.
SummerLGrant (185 KP) rated The Romanovs: 1613-1918 in Books
Aug 20, 2017
Non-fiction hat reads like a novel (2 more)
Passion in the research
The footnotes hold some of the most interesting bits of information
300 years of history painstakingly explored
I'm not a non-fiction reader but this book was amazing. It's definitely an ambitious one, challenging itself to cover the entire 300 years of Romanov rule in Russia and managing to do justice to every era.
Erika (17789 KP) rated Lost Stars (Star Wars) in Books
Apr 21, 2018
I was wary reading a book by Claudia Gray, as the only book I'd read by her, I absolutely couldn't stand. This book made me change my opinion of the author.
The novel features two friends that grew up together, joined the Imperial Academy, then one became a rebel. It was a quick read, and the book went right up to the Battle of Jakku.
The novel features two friends that grew up together, joined the Imperial Academy, then one became a rebel. It was a quick read, and the book went right up to the Battle of Jakku.
The Craggus (360 KP) rated Bird Box (2018) in Movies
Feb 5, 2019
It's the blind leading the blind in Netflix's post-partum apocalypse thriller Bird Box (2018) #Review
What if “The Happening” but actually, you know, pretty good? That seems to be the starting point for “Bird Box”, an apocalyptic horror from producer/ star Sandra Bullock and director Susanne Bier, adapted from Josh Malerman’s novel by screenwriter Eric Heisserer (“Arrival”, “Lights Out”)...
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FULL REVIEW: http://bit.ly/CraggusBirdBox
Gisell Middleton (189 KP) rated Foe in Books
Feb 9, 2019
Very interesting plot and unexpected ending
This novel was as strange as it is haunting. It lends itself to a very vivid picture, so much that I envisioned Matthew McConaughey as the perfect Terrance. The plot is unique and even though it is a short read it packs a hefty punch. Some of the internal monologue is a bit slow but it mostly keeps you guessing.
Erika (17789 KP) rated Rebel Rising in Books
May 4, 2019
This young adult novel fills in the blanks about what Jyn was doing for the years involving Saw and her journey to becoming a rebel, like the title suggests. The book had a fairly good pace, and was easy to read. I liked Revis' development of Jyn's character, and I think it was spot on. Overall, a good addition to the new Star Wars Canon.
ArecRain (8 KP) rated Howl's Moving Castle in Books
Jan 18, 2018
Possible my favorite of all time. I loved the characters and their crazy personalities that drew me to them. Every page was charming and filled with Diana's clever mastery of the plot line. There was so many surprises, though not unpleasant, that I could not wait to see how the whole novel ended.
Literally a book for all ages filled with a little romance, adventure and humor.
Literally a book for all ages filled with a little romance, adventure and humor.
ArecRain (8 KP) rated The Gladiator's Mistress (Champions of Rome, #1) in Books
Jan 18, 2018
I was thrilled to receive this novel as it encompasses three of my favorite things: historical Roman romance. While I enjoyed the book overall, I wasnt blow away by it. Everything seemed so simple from the plot to the characters. There is nothing wrong with the story, I just felt like it was lacking in some factor to really make it stand out.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2395 KP) rated The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy in Books
Mar 9, 2018
The wildly wacky novel that features Thursdays you can't get the handle of and teaches the importance of towels. The plot involves aliens and the last human's journey after Earth is destroyed. If you haven't read it yet, you are in for a treat.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-hitchhikers-guide-to-galaxy.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/03/book-review-hitchhikers-guide-to-galaxy.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2395 KP) rated Sidekicks in Books
Mar 9, 2018
When a superhero decides to get a new sidekick, his pets want in on the act. And that's not quite as bad an idea as it sounds.
This graphic novel is fun, and middle school students will enjoy it. Heck, I enjoyed it, and I'm an adult.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/06/book-review-sidekicks-by-dan-santat.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
This graphic novel is fun, and middle school students will enjoy it. Heck, I enjoyed it, and I'm an adult.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/06/book-review-sidekicks-by-dan-santat.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.