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graveyardgremlin (7194 KP) rated Bookends in Books
Feb 15, 2019
I had a very hard time putting this down. The style of the book immediately grabbed my attention and I loved the characters, they were so likeable and believable, the main characters anyway. I do think that the synopsis on the back cover is a little misleading; Portia doesn't play that much into the book. I really liked how Cath wasn't thin or obsessed with her weight, as Lucy was as well. I think that led to more realism. I so want Bookends, it sounds like the perfect bookstore! A very lovely and fun read, thanks so much for sharing! :)
4.5 stars
4.5 stars
graveyardgremlin (7194 KP) rated Murder on the Iditarod Trail in Books
Feb 15, 2019
Smooth and easy reading. The mystery was interesting but there weren't many viable suspects so it was pretty obvious. However the information on the Iditarod was fascinating and plentiful. It seems very well researched in that regard, and I'd venture a guess that if there are any mistakes, they're minor. I really liked the author's writing style and I can see how she's been compared to Nevada Barr (who's fantastic in my opinion). While I'm not sold on the series as a whole yet, I will definitely pick up the next one to see how it develops.
Cumberland (1142 KP) rated Forever in Books
Mar 30, 2019
Didn't Match Up
This book is about first love, and having a physical relationship for the first time. Normally I enjoy cute love stories, but this was a little flat. The topic and themes were solidly YA, but the writing style is more middle grade. This made the characters come across as younger than what they were. I think if the book had focused more on the emotional aspects of their relationship it would have been better. Unfortunately it was mostly about their sex life. The one up side is that the book did put a lot of emphasis on safe sex.
Mariafrancesca (30 KP) rated Illuminae: The Illuminae Files: Book 1 in Books
Mar 30, 2019
Unique narrative style (1 more)
Human-AI relationship
This book is ****ing epic!
The unique format and the eventful plot are just part of the reasons that make Illuminae an incredible reading.
The struggle of the cold logic of an AI that tries to stay true to its core programming but still finds itself evolving, trying to grasp human nature, even feeling emotions that it cannot completely understand (envy, rage, love, fear) reaches peaks that have something of the lyric typical of literary fiction shelf.
And this is just one of the plot line!
I can't wait to find out what's next.
The unique format and the eventful plot are just part of the reasons that make Illuminae an incredible reading.
The struggle of the cold logic of an AI that tries to stay true to its core programming but still finds itself evolving, trying to grasp human nature, even feeling emotions that it cannot completely understand (envy, rage, love, fear) reaches peaks that have something of the lyric typical of literary fiction shelf.
And this is just one of the plot line!
I can't wait to find out what's next.
Auburn (57 KP) rated Winter War Awakening (Blood Rose Rebelion #3) in Books
Apr 10, 2019
The final in a wonderfully written trilogy this story brings together some of my favorite things. Reliance on someone that you barely know and fighting for what you believe in while conquering yourself. While I did get a tad bored through some of it most of the book follows the same format and writing style as the first two. This makes it an easy read that can be done all in one sitting. You will find yourself swept into the world and enjoying the main characters while rooting for them.
Perfect for fans of the Chronicles of Narnia.
Perfect for fans of the Chronicles of Narnia.
Colin Campbell (25 KP) rated Suicide Squad (2016) in Movies
Apr 28, 2019
Need to know a little of the DC backstory (1 more)
The limited work of Enchantress
Don't know why it got slated
If you follow the comics or some of the games there is a lot of references to Escape from Arkham, admittedly some of the actors were for the sake of the name though taking it purely to the story it is close to the style of the graphic novels.
Rather than watching it expecting happy shiny marvel and the dark Justice League stories approach with an open mind. You will be pleasantly surprised
Rather than watching it expecting happy shiny marvel and the dark Justice League stories approach with an open mind. You will be pleasantly surprised
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Mercenary (Deadliest Lies #2) in Books
May 7, 2019
this is a deep dark mystery with added hot steamy scenes to keep you reading long into the night. The hot chemistry will set the pages alight as you read them. This is the second book in the series and can be read as a stand alone. This author is a fab story teller with an amazing writing style. This is a fast paced, very hot and steamy, suspenseful read you wont want to put down. I cant wait to read more from this author in the future.
Highly recommended
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Sonofdel (6291 KP) rated the Xbox One version of RiME in Video Games
Jun 1, 2019
good graphics (2 more)
compelling story
ingenious puzzle solving
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i used to love the old style adventure games like Myst, Riven and Schizm and this definitely reminds me of these. Its a clever concept where a young boy get washed up on an island and sets out to find out what mysteries the island holds. A lot of puzzle solving that involves moving objects, lining them up, jumping, climbing and also collecting items and artifacts. Its a beautifully designed game with haunting music and a wonderful and colourful setting. I love it and i would recommend it to those that like puzzle/adventure games
Peter G. (247 KP) rated Blade Runner 2049 (2017) in Movies
Jun 5, 2019
Having waited 30+ years for this film I fell asleep upon first viewing as I was bored rigid.
I am a huge fan of the original, however this was a gigantic disappointment, Gosling is as charismatic as a broken rubiks cube and Jared Leto was useless as a Tyrell wannabe who dials in a William Shatner style performance as he attempts to steal every scene he is in.
The cinematography and sound design are outstanding and that's where the good stuff ends.
Let me make this quite clear, I do not like this overly long moving picture!
I am a huge fan of the original, however this was a gigantic disappointment, Gosling is as charismatic as a broken rubiks cube and Jared Leto was useless as a Tyrell wannabe who dials in a William Shatner style performance as he attempts to steal every scene he is in.
The cinematography and sound design are outstanding and that's where the good stuff ends.
Let me make this quite clear, I do not like this overly long moving picture!
Lee KM Pallatina (951 KP) rated Once Upon A Deadpool (Deadpool 2 PG-13 Version) (2018) in Movies
Jun 14, 2019
Disney's deadpool
Ryan Reynolds returns in this PG re-imagining of deadpool 2 and without blood or cursing, you ask how could he manage?
Well he'll do it all, with the help of Fred Savage.
In this pg version, deadpool has kidnapped and taped Fred Savage to his bed in this Princess Bride style telling of deadpool 2, with 15-20 mins of new scenes, its worth watching this movie if only for the pure banter between fred and wade which includes a small musical number.
This movie was made to help the fight against cancer ?
Well he'll do it all, with the help of Fred Savage.
In this pg version, deadpool has kidnapped and taped Fred Savage to his bed in this Princess Bride style telling of deadpool 2, with 15-20 mins of new scenes, its worth watching this movie if only for the pure banter between fred and wade which includes a small musical number.
This movie was made to help the fight against cancer ?