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Auburn (57 KP) rated Stalking Jack the Ripper in Books
Apr 10, 2019
I bought this because everyone agreed it was a must read. Unpopular opinion: I did not enjoy it one bit.
From the first page is realized that this was not a book for the faint of heart or those who have an over active imagination that could get a bit squeamish about the narrative.
Do not get me wrong the twists and turns were magnificent to read and I would have loved the story if it wasn't so.....gross...no maybe detailed is the correct word.
I would recommend it to people who enjoy gore and can handle all the detail.
From the first page is realized that this was not a book for the faint of heart or those who have an over active imagination that could get a bit squeamish about the narrative.
Do not get me wrong the twists and turns were magnificent to read and I would have loved the story if it wasn't so.....gross...no maybe detailed is the correct word.
I would recommend it to people who enjoy gore and can handle all the detail.
BobbiesDustyPages (1259 KP) rated Monopoly in Tabletop Games
Mar 8, 2018
Ruins families, destroys friendships and all without even finishing the game
Monopoly is one of those games that everyone owns somewhere in their closet and have played at least a few times but since it is a long freaking game most people never seem to actually finish it.
In all my life I've only ever finished 3 games of monopoly and I'm glad to say I'm undefeated.. Woop woop.
When it comes to monopoly I've always been a house rules type of person the actual rules of the game take a lot of fun out of the game.
In all my life I've only ever finished 3 games of monopoly and I'm glad to say I'm undefeated.. Woop woop.
When it comes to monopoly I've always been a house rules type of person the actual rules of the game take a lot of fun out of the game.
Kristy H (1252 KP) rated With or Without You in Books
Feb 13, 2018
One of those books I wanted to really love going in, because there just isn't much lesbian fiction out there, and what is out there, well most of it really isn't that good. This book was actually pretty well-written and quite compelling -- I blew through it about 2 or 3 days -- though I was a bit dejected that the main (lesbian) character was a murderer (don't worry, that's not a spoiler). If it's a not cheesy lesbian romance, us gays must be murderers and crazy people. Still, the tale was interesting and quite beautiful, at times, in a weird, melancholy way.
Dana (24 KP) rated The House in Paris in Books
Mar 23, 2018
For a more contemporary fiction feel to the book, I actually enjoyed it.
This was a slower book than I normally pick up. I had to read it for one of my classes, but it was pretty interesting. It was cool to be able to see the overlapping instances from chapter to chapter and even be able to see those same kind of overlaps in the past and present sections.
The characters didn't have anything particularly likable to them, but they were so well written that I didn't care that I didn't overly like them as people.
This was a slower book than I normally pick up. I had to read it for one of my classes, but it was pretty interesting. It was cool to be able to see the overlapping instances from chapter to chapter and even be able to see those same kind of overlaps in the past and present sections.
The characters didn't have anything particularly likable to them, but they were so well written that I didn't care that I didn't overly like them as people.
I loved this novel, it caught my eye in a bookshop in Cyprus and I really understand now why they say you don't choose a good book - it chooses you.
I think many of us can see a little part of ourselves in Emma Morley, especially those of us who have ever experienced unrequited love and intense friendships.
The chapters are cleverly organised year on year for twenty years which shows how people, and relationships change and evolve. This is a wonderfully written novel which made me laugh, and cry in parts. My only criticism is the ending is rather weak.
I think many of us can see a little part of ourselves in Emma Morley, especially those of us who have ever experienced unrequited love and intense friendships.
The chapters are cleverly organised year on year for twenty years which shows how people, and relationships change and evolve. This is a wonderfully written novel which made me laugh, and cry in parts. My only criticism is the ending is rather weak.
Erika (17788 KP) rated Facebook in Apps
Nov 21, 2018
I've had a facebook since 2005, when it was only for students at universities. Man, do I miss those days. I do keep my facebook after all of these years to keep in touch with some friends overseas.I do tend to hate read it, just because I enjoy laughing at people and their ridiculousness.
This app is a mess. I hated all of the permissions that it wanted, and the fact it would pull pictures out of your album and offer to post them. I deleted the app from my phone following that Cambridge Analytica mess, and I'm so glad.
This app is a mess. I hated all of the permissions that it wanted, and the fact it would pull pictures out of your album and offer to post them. I deleted the app from my phone following that Cambridge Analytica mess, and I'm so glad.
Nickg24 (492 KP) rated Hotel Mumbai (2019) in Movies
Jun 16, 2019 (Updated Jun 16, 2019)
I love all films that are based on true stories and this one is no exception.A powerful and gripping movie that depicts the horrific events that unfolded in the streets and then in the hotel.
The depiction of the hotel staff who stayed behind to protect the guests as best they could was excellent (special mention to Dev Patel and Anupam Ker for their immense performances)
This is one of those movies that didn't get alot of coverage up to its release and probably went unnoticed by alot of people but it is essential viewing.
The depiction of the hotel staff who stayed behind to protect the guests as best they could was excellent (special mention to Dev Patel and Anupam Ker for their immense performances)
This is one of those movies that didn't get alot of coverage up to its release and probably went unnoticed by alot of people but it is essential viewing.
Gisell Middleton (189 KP) rated White Stag (Permafrost, #1) in Books
Dec 17, 2018
This book was thrilling, exhilarating and fun. I was intrigued at once by the setting and situation. The characters were relatable (in their own way) in that we’ve all met people like them; with those qualities, desires and drives. At some point I was a bit confused by the “rules” but overall the author does a great job of explaining the new realm as well as telling an interesting and adventure-filled story. I can’t wait to read the sequel and a prequel or two if they come about. The Permafrost and characters have many more tales in them.
Remy Tankel Carroll (36 KP) rated The Sun Does Shine: How I Found Life and Freedom on Death Row in Books
Dec 19, 2018
This book is heartbreaking and thought-provoking. I can't imagine spending half of my life in prison for something I didn't do. That Mr. Hinton was on death row all that time makes it that much worse. The blatant prejudice shown by those involved in Mr. Hinton's arrest, trial, and conviction is unforgivable, yet he was able to find it in his heart forgive them. Mr. Hinton is an amazing man. I hope the people who hear him speak are inspired by his story. We need every voice to help fix our very broken justice system.
The Boys is an absolutely bonkers superhero show in the best way. Showrunner Eric Kripke (Supernatural) successfully adapts Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson's best-selling graphic novel into a wonderfully irreverent, gratuitous, and stylized drama that explores the complex nature of not only what it means to be a superhero, but also the profound effect superheroes have on ordinary people. When the show lets its superhero flag fly, the results are impressive, but those moments aren't as frequent as we'd like. Thankfully, The Boys has a myriad of memorable, nuanced characters, that distinguish it from similar offerings within the genre.