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Christine (14 KP) rated The Handmaid's Tale in Books
Jul 4, 2017
An Important Read
I am not sure how I feel about the ending. Not because it's ambiguous in what happened to our narrator, but the impersonal feel of the weird lecture hall explanation of everything in the end. Discussing it without feeling. I generally dislike this view of history and think it's important to have emotions connected to the actions of the past. I do understand that the shockingly clinical look for the last ten or so pages is a stark contrast to the emotional mix we felt while listening to Offred tell the story. Also, if they had to go clinical in the end, I would have liked a few more questions answered.
Becca Major (96 KP) rated Habitica in Apps
Apr 12, 2018
Ability to keep player engaged (4 more)
Lots of cute pets/mounts
Cute and entertaining quests
Tavern Chat to hide from your dailies, or to ask questions
Parties and Challenges
Server delays (1 more)
I wish the app were as user friendly as the website. It usually takes a few extra minutes.
Great way to Level Up!
Habitica is great at keeping a player/person on top of their To-Do List. Completing tasks awards you experience points and gold. There's a rush to hearing that level up ding, and getting to buy new armor or new quests is very entertaining.
In terms of apps that help me stay on track and actually get stuff done, Habitica does it best.
In terms of apps that help me stay on track and actually get stuff done, Habitica does it best.
Sam (74 KP) rated The Unauthorised Biography in Books
Mar 27, 2019
I loved this! I got so excited when I saw the thirteen questions about Lemony Snicket that were being asked, and I loved it even more when I discovered that they were being answered in the typical Snicket way – cryptic and nonsensical.
The book is made up of multiple letters, newspaper clippings and diary entries that explain everything and nothing at the same time.
It did give a few of the characters some more background which I enjoyed, and it explained the relationship between the characters a lot more than the book series does.
It never tells you the exact truth. I stared at the Snicket family tree for ages trying to work out the initials!
The book is made up of multiple letters, newspaper clippings and diary entries that explain everything and nothing at the same time.
It did give a few of the characters some more background which I enjoyed, and it explained the relationship between the characters a lot more than the book series does.
It never tells you the exact truth. I stared at the Snicket family tree for ages trying to work out the initials!
Film and stuff (30 KP) rated The Belko Experiment (2017) in Movies
May 15, 2019
Work can be killer
Starring:
John Gallagher, Goldwyn and Adria Arjona
Director: Greg McLean
Plot: 80 employees of Belko are locked in an office building. With instructions provided by a voice over the intercom, a game of death begins.
Result: This has a phenomenal 1st and 2nd act which pushes boundaries and raise great questions about the value of life and integrity. Tense and hugley entertaining. The third act starts the trend of generic survival horror but even then, it felt fresh and at no point was the film dull.
If you love Battle Royal or survival horror then this is an absolute must watch!
John Gallagher, Goldwyn and Adria Arjona
Director: Greg McLean
Plot: 80 employees of Belko are locked in an office building. With instructions provided by a voice over the intercom, a game of death begins.
Result: This has a phenomenal 1st and 2nd act which pushes boundaries and raise great questions about the value of life and integrity. Tense and hugley entertaining. The third act starts the trend of generic survival horror but even then, it felt fresh and at no point was the film dull.
If you love Battle Royal or survival horror then this is an absolute must watch!
Jackie Meyer (1 KP) rated First Contact: Conversations with an ET in Books
Feb 8, 2018
The information presented in this book provides insight into the universe, the other beings that inhabit it, and our role as humans. The format is different from a regular book. These are compiled channeled conversations Tom had, mostly with a Sirian. As such some questions are covered more than once, often to ensure clarity since channeling can be unclear at times.
This book does not explain everything because we have no frame of reference for them. Nor are we allowed spoilers. But the information presented will leave plenty for your imagination to play with.
Read this book with an open mind for both the content and format and expand your wonder of the Universe.
This book does not explain everything because we have no frame of reference for them. Nor are we allowed spoilers. But the information presented will leave plenty for your imagination to play with.
Read this book with an open mind for both the content and format and expand your wonder of the Universe.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Kill List (2012) in Movies
Feb 11, 2018
Brutal
A very good film...in the end and a bit odd as well. The first 20mins I found very slow and dull. I was worried this could be a low budget shocker that was over hyped. Once the film got going though it is pretty relentless until the end. The violence is very brutal, gritty and disturbing. For once in a film it was quite realistic. The only down side was the twist towards the end which left many questions unanswered. Maybe a film that needs to be watched more than once to get a better understanding of it. Overall a good British thriller that will last long in the memory after viewing.
Erika (17789 KP) rated Authority (Southern Reach #2) in Books
Jun 3, 2018
'Ok' is a perfect word to describe the second installment in the Southern Reach Trilogy. I was expecting something a lot like Annihilation. But, this novel was office-based and kind of boring. The last part of the book was the most exciting, after slogging through the first parts. This novel is about the Southern Reach itself, and it's impending collapse. Is the border advancing? What is Area X? Welp, this book still wasn't sure about these questions. The only reason I'm going to complete the series is that I want to know what Area X is.
At least in this installment, they finally use the term 'alien', it only took a book and a half.
At least in this installment, they finally use the term 'alien', it only took a book and a half.
Jessica Erdas (463 KP) rated Tag (2015) in Movies
Jun 23, 2018
Confusing Gorefest
I saw the first five minutes of this on a facebook post and was intrigued by the very suddenly bloody start so I figured I'd give it a chance. Being a fan of horror, I was excited about it. The beginning feeds the promise of gore and progresses quickly, leaving you confused at each turn. Instead of really coming to a conclusion, I feel that the movie left more questions than answers. As the storyline progressed towards the end, it gave off not so subtle Donnie Darko vibes. Where the aforementioned movie gave way with answers and a satisfactory conclusion, Tag seemed to miss the mark in that category. Still would probably watch again.
Leah (: (569 KP) rated The Valiant (Spy Girl book 4) in Books
Jul 12, 2018 (Updated Sep 14, 2019)
As the story continues you will get drawn deeper in the lives, lies and secrets.
This book contains quite a few flashbacks to Huntley’s childhood, particularly with her mother. It’s very nice to get to see these moments and they progress the story well. However as is the theme with a mystery they do manage to raise more questions than they answer.
I was not prepared for the ending and am still upset months later, still eagerly awaiting the release of The Dauntless in October.
Despite this I would still 100% recommend the book, however if you’ve got this far you are probably hooked like I am and don’t need a recommendation.
This book contains quite a few flashbacks to Huntley’s childhood, particularly with her mother. It’s very nice to get to see these moments and they progress the story well. However as is the theme with a mystery they do manage to raise more questions than they answer.
I was not prepared for the ending and am still upset months later, still eagerly awaiting the release of The Dauntless in October.
Despite this I would still 100% recommend the book, however if you’ve got this far you are probably hooked like I am and don’t need a recommendation.
Leah (: (569 KP) rated Hunted (Talented Saga, #3) in Books
Aug 2, 2018
This is the third book in the series.
The book is very good, it answers some questions but definitely poses a lot more. It is possible to start to see some of the direction the series may take and who the key players are. Also to begin to make your own predictions and hopes.
It is good to see Talia and Erik continue to grow as people and their relationship evolving. They are both having to face the real world and the decisions they are making. They are also questioning what they are doing and why. The naivety of the previous books is gone.
I have really enjoyed this series and recommend it if you enjoy dystopia.
The book is very good, it answers some questions but definitely poses a lot more. It is possible to start to see some of the direction the series may take and who the key players are. Also to begin to make your own predictions and hopes.
It is good to see Talia and Erik continue to grow as people and their relationship evolving. They are both having to face the real world and the decisions they are making. They are also questioning what they are doing and why. The naivety of the previous books is gone.
I have really enjoyed this series and recommend it if you enjoy dystopia.