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David McK (3505 KP) rated Around the World in 80 Days in Books
Jan 30, 2019 (Updated Oct 16, 2020)
Jules Verne's classic which, I have to say, I could not help but think of the 80's cartoon while reading.
In case you've been living in a cave: late 19th century (1870s, I think) adventure, in which Phileas (or Willie, in the cartoon) Fogg makes a bet that he can travel around the world in 80 days - it's all there in the title! - accompanied by his valet Passepartout.
Set aside the colonialism of the time, the (sometimes) cringe-worthy racial stereotypes, and just enjoy the travel! Mind, there's no hot-air balloons involved ...
In case you've been living in a cave: late 19th century (1870s, I think) adventure, in which Phileas (or Willie, in the cartoon) Fogg makes a bet that he can travel around the world in 80 days - it's all there in the title! - accompanied by his valet Passepartout.
Set aside the colonialism of the time, the (sometimes) cringe-worthy racial stereotypes, and just enjoy the travel! Mind, there's no hot-air balloons involved ...
David McK (3505 KP) rated The Good, The Bad and The Undead (The Hollows, #2) in Books
Jan 30, 2019
The second of Kim Harrison's Rachel Morgan books, I actually found this to be a better and more enjoyable read than the first (Dead Witch Walking): perhaps because it is now free of the constraints of needing to set up the world and characters?
In any case, and like previously, the majority of the book (the first 2/3rds or so) deals with the setup of the plot, tying it all up in the latter portion: I sometimes wish she'd get to the point a lot faster than she does!
In any case, and like previously, the majority of the book (the first 2/3rds or so) deals with the setup of the plot, tying it all up in the latter portion: I sometimes wish she'd get to the point a lot faster than she does!
Josephine Adams (0 KP) rated Youtube in Apps
Dec 27, 2019
I love that theres not only movies you can rent but there is specifically a kids version that has parental control so you can control which videos they can watch. Plus the videos are reccomended by age so they are all kid friendly. My son absolutey loves youtube kids and it actually has helped him learn too.
Erika (17789 KP) rated Aggretsuko- Season 1 in TV
Jan 21, 2019 (Updated Jan 21, 2019)
I wish this show had been around when I totally worked a terrible office job, but alas, it wasn't. Retsuko vents her anger by singing metal karaoke, and raging. I totally felt her rage, and wish I would have had an outlet like that. I can't wait until there are more episodes this year.
My only complaint, which is towards Netflix, is that the dub and the subtitles did not match at times, and sometimes, the characters were having different conversations. Dude, Netflix, just match the dub and subs.
My only complaint, which is towards Netflix, is that the dub and the subtitles did not match at times, and sometimes, the characters were having different conversations. Dude, Netflix, just match the dub and subs.
Coleman Balogh (21 KP) rated Dungeons & Dragons: Temple of Elemental Evil Board Game in Tabletop Games
Dec 17, 2018 (Updated Dec 17, 2018)
Good play mechanics and a ton of miniatures
This game plays as a distilled version of D&D and really does keep everything you love while losing some of the role playing and complexity. Hey, sometimes you just need a good dungeon crawl and this certainly won't disappoint those looking for just (and I mean Just) that. There's a little bit of character leveling but overall its a randomized dungeon with random monsters and treasure. Lots of pretty good miniatures to use during regular D&D doesn't hurt.
Jake (52 KP) rated Secret Hitler in Tabletop Games
Jul 24, 2019
Love Social Deduction? Then Love Secret Hitler!
This is one of the best social deduction (if not THE best) games I've ever played: and I've played a lot of them. I highly recommend getting a group of friends together to play this: you will not regret yelling at each other for an hour about who's Hitler and who's not. So fun!
James Magee (23 KP) rated Why Me? Why Not. by Liam Gallagher in Music
Nov 2, 2019
A solid follow-up to Gallagher's debut solo album, there are many good songs that are quite catchy. His charismatic voice on the energetic and sometimes slow tunes means that they will easily get stuck in your head, although I would not say that any of them are outstanding. Overall, it has a larger range of enjoyable tracks than its predecessor but (perhaps with the exception of 'Now That I've Found You') none that reach the heights of some of its ballads, or those of LG's Oasis heydays.
MayDayReject (103 KP) rated Doctor Sleep (2019) in Movies
Nov 3, 2019
Acting (1 more)
Cinematography (including nods to The Shining)
Writing (1 more)
Attempts at recreating original scenes
A good film that does 'The Shining' proud. Sometimes sequals can lack luster but Doctor Sleep earns it's place along side it's predecessor. The soundtrack, cinematography and acting make the film very enjoyable to watch however the script is long winded and there are moments when you wish the film would 'get on with it' as it is a bit slow in some places. If you've got a spare few hours and like Stephan King films then it's worth seeing.
"If there's one thing these stories prove, it's that heriosm comes in all shapes, sizes, and varieties... -chapter 4
After all, you don't have to be a sword-wielding Gryffindor to be a hero; sometimes, all it takes is having you heart in the right place. -chapter 4
This was an interesting read that gave back stories to several Hogwarts teachers including Minerva McGonagall, Remus Lupin, Sybill Trelawney, and Silvanus Kettleburn.
For me this was a fun read because Minerva McGonagall and Remus Lupin have always been my favorite Hogwarts teachers.
After all, you don't have to be a sword-wielding Gryffindor to be a hero; sometimes, all it takes is having you heart in the right place. -chapter 4
This was an interesting read that gave back stories to several Hogwarts teachers including Minerva McGonagall, Remus Lupin, Sybill Trelawney, and Silvanus Kettleburn.
For me this was a fun read because Minerva McGonagall and Remus Lupin have always been my favorite Hogwarts teachers.
Jenn C (340 KP) Nov 26, 2018