Adonis: Selected Poems
Adonis and Khaled Mattawa
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Born in Syria in 1930, Adonis is one of the most celebrated poets of the Arabic-speaking world. His...
ArecRain (8 KP) rated Mated with the Cyborg (Cy-Ops Sci-fi Romance, #2) in Books
Jan 18, 2018
I learned the hard way that cyborg/android stories tend to either be good, or absolutely horrible. There seems to be no in between. Therefore, I am hesitant to read them. However, Mated with the Cyborg seemed interested and held promise. I was not disappointed.
While not a new plot, Mated with the Cyborg has a cast of appealing characters set inside an equally interesting world. Bristol creates a story balanced between action and romance. There is no lack of plot, but there was just as much heat. If you want some steam with your cyborg hero, this is definitely the story for you.
I was pleasantly surprised. This is the first story I have ever read from Bristol but it wont be the last. It isnt necessary to read the first in the series to enjoy this novel, I definitely want to pick it up after enjoying Mated so much.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2171 KP) rated Caramel Crush (Cupcake Bakery Mystery, #9) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Who can you not love a book that starts out with break up cupcakes? The story that follows delivers on the promise with plenty of viable suspects and some good twists. I did feel Mel was foolish at the end of the book, but that was my only complaint. All the usual supporting characters are here, and they are their usual charming selves. I just love them! And there is one scene guaranteed to melt your heart.
NOTE: I received a copy of this book.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2017/04/book-review-caramel-crush-by-jenn.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mike Carlson (115 KP) rated Marvel's Iron Fist - Season 1 in TV
Mar 16, 2018
Throughout the season, Danny Rand swings between two opposing mentalities. He's either moving forward in self-righteous pursuit (one born of being the Iron Fist) or wracked by crippling doubt (which happens whenever he's proven, or told, that he is wrong). That, combined with a shell game of villains, makes this show a little more difficult than the others (Netflix/MARVEL) to concentrate on. I found myself easily distracted while viewing at times.
On the plus side, the action was decent. The villains were good, as numerous as they were (it's almost like they took their turns), and even some of the featured Hand fighters offered promise. There were a couple that I wished had bigger roles than just set-piece obstacles.
All in all, it was entertaining. Hopefully a second season will offer a more captivating story.
Disrupting Maize: Food, Biotechnology and Nationalism in Contemporary Mexico
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Disrupting Maize undertakes a critical interrogation of maize, the staple food and symbol of the...
Asteroids: Astronomical and Geological Bodies
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Asteroid science is a fundamental topic in planetary science and is key to furthering our...
Time, Space and Pace: Computer-integrated Education in South Africa
Mthuli Ncube and Rabelani Dagada
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Computer-integrated education (CIE) is poised to become the new training paradigm, taking its place...
Shadow of the Swan
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A determined academic, trapped by her ancestor’s pact. A gentleman vampire, sworn to protect her....
Historical Paranormal Romance
