Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2464 KP) rated The Tuscan Child in Books
Mar 16, 2018
This book switches back and forth from Hugo’s story in 1944 and Joanna’s journey in 1973. The chapters are clearly labeled, so it is never hard to follow which time period we are in. While this is not a traditional mystery by any means, we do learn what happened back then and how it plays out in the more “modern” setting. This book is just as much about Joanna’s growth, and she lead a cast of very strong characters I quickly fell in love with as I read.
Ross (3284 KP) rated American Horror Story - Season 2 in TV
Jan 14, 2019
The series also has aspects of demonic possession, alien abduction and so much more.
While there were some aspects I felt were left open (the alien abduction for one), and others were not explored quite as much as it could have been, I feel this should be seen as more of an anthology series, where a number of stories of mental illness all intertwine to tell one thrilling story.
An exciting, but at times uncomfortable to watch series with some excellent acting and writing.
Ross (3284 KP) rated Onward (2020) in Movies
Mar 9, 2020
The film takes place in a world much like our own where magic has faded into myth and technology taken over. It sees two fatherless elf brothers suddenly in possession of a magical staff and clues to how to bring their father back from beyond the grave for a day.
The boys set off on a quest and grow to love each other again, shedding their differences and appreciating each other again.
The film is funny, touching, thought-provoking and exciting. The makers have nailed an exciting animated film with all the feels and none of the cringe. I would happily go and see this again and probably will do!
A Faint Cold Fear (Grant County, #3)
5.5
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REDEMPTION IS NEVER FREE When Reece Murphy is forcibly dragged into the Rose Riders gang because of...
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Into the Hurricane
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TWO PEOPLE WITH LOSSES Eli and Max both have good reasons to go to the lighthouse on Shackles...
Vernon Downs
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Charlie Martens is desperate for stability in an otherwise peripatetic life. An explosion that...
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Today we find ourselves in possession of stupendous know-how, which we willingly place in the hands...
Andrew Kennedy (199 KP) rated The Conjuring (2013) in Movies
Nov 15, 2020
The story of Ed and Lorraine Warren who are demnologists that investigate supernatural and paranormal phenomena. In an opening we are also introduced to Annabelle (more of her to come) a possessed doll and how the Warren's dealt with her.
The film depicts the events from the Perron family haunting. A family who bought an old farm house only to find they may not be alone.
This is beautifully shot, the dark looks so good, cinematography is amazing as is the use of sound. From the score to the use of voices and creaks that populate the house the feeling of "something " been there is constant.
James Wan shows he is a master of his craft the film delivers on all the ghost story/haunted house/ possession vibe it's going for.
Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga are very likeable leads as the Warren's
Who would think clapping is scary?
A Skinful of Shadows
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Frances Hardinge weaves a dark, otherworldly tale in A Skinful of Shadows, her first book since the...
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