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Auburn (57 KP) rated Ruthless Magic (Conspiracy of Magic, #1) in Books

Apr 10, 2019

The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in this glorious book about what someone would do to save themselves and others. Multiple POV make it a unique story delving deeper into each person's personal story as well as together.
I thoroughly enjoyed the magic and they way it had to be sung. The fact that society knows about magic and those who are legacies have a shoe in to keep their magic was realistic. I just want to see this world come alive on a big screen!

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Dean (6927 KP) rated Eyes Wide Shut (1999) in Movies

Feb 24, 2018

Eyes Wide Shut (1999)

1999 | Drama, Romance

6.3

(6 Ratings)

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A well known film for many reasons, the cast, director and the sex scenes. It's quite a simple story but deals with complex issues and emotions. Once it gets into the whole secret society stage it becomes unnerving and more of a thriller, or does it? You're left to make what of it you will which might bother some viewers. Very well shot, the score is simple but has great effect and with a talented cast. So definitely worth seeing and Nicole looks stunning as always.

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Hazel (2934 KP) rated Game Players in Books

Jul 22, 2018

Game Players

Anita Waller | 2018 | Crime, Thriller

8.1

(7 Ratings)

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This is an intense and enthralling read with sharp contrasts between the innocence of youth and the dark underbelly of society. It is unique in that it centres around a group of 6 young children enjoying the freedom of childhood until they naively become embroiled in something that will change their lives forever.

Well written, great pace, fantastic characters and a complex plot makes this book a must read.

Thanks to the publisher, Bloodhound Books, via NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest review.

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Jamie (57 KP) rated Stop Moaning, Start Owning: How Entitlement Is Ruining America and How Personal Responsibility Can Fix It in Books

Nov 28, 2018

In some ways I agreed with Russell with certain things, but there were things I did not agree with. He did make me think about our roles in our society, social media, and even how we now interact with each other. Many do like to blame others for their problems, many do like to deflect when they are to blame, many don’t know how to say I am sorry and be sincere about it. Like, I said this book will get you to thinking.

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Sarah Betts (103 KP) rated Gravemaidens (Gravemaidens, #1) in Books

Dec 30, 2019

I received this copy of Gravemaidens from Delacorte Press through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a fascinating fantasy with a character who think she's a lot smarter than she really is.

I'm not sure if that's intentional or not so that may not be an actual complaint.

Kammani's bitterness about the society she lives in is justified and her anger provides most of the books fuel.

I really did like this book and I'm excited to see where the second one takes us!

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Jessica Erdas (463 KP) rated Dumplin' (2018) in Movies

Nov 20, 2019 (Updated Nov 20, 2019)

Dumplin' (2018)

2018 | Comedy, Drama

8.2

(21 Ratings)

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A story about loving yourself even when society tells you not to. Willowdean is a plus size girl and the daughter of a pageant queen. She lives in contrast to her mother who lives based on appearances. Will decides to enter a beauty pageant as a form of protest to the perceived perfection they target and learns a lot about herself, friendship, and family. The message of body positivity and loving yourself/embracing yourself for who you are is very heartwarming. One worth rewatching.