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Skitzlily (11 KP) rated The Book Thief in Books

Jul 8, 2017

The Book Thief

Markus Zusak | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry

8.8

(129 Ratings)

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Not your typical war story

The characters in this book are rich, interesting, and wily. I say wily because at points in the book you hate them, but then they change, and you grow to love them. This story really makes you think about people differently. It's written with great subtlety and almost lyrically - very beautiful, poetic and quotable in places.
If you want a fast read, this book is not for you. If you only like happy endings this book is not for you. If you don't like experimental fiction, this book is not for you.

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Entertainment Editor (1988 KP) rated Twilight Struggle in Tabletop Games

Mar 7, 2018

Twilight Struggle

2005 | Modern Warfare, Political, Wargame

7.7

(3 Ratings)

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The Struggle Is Real

Generally when someone in the board game community talks about a “thematic” game, there is a particular archetype they’re referring to–the science fiction or fantasy themed game with minis, elaborate artwork, and the promise of action, narrative, and adventure. Twilight Struggle does not look this kind of game. It’s set in the Cold War, has a functional but not flashy art design, and provides cardboard chits instead of plastic miniatures. However, Twilight Struggle is perhaps the most thematic game ever made.

Critic: Marc Davis
Read the full review here: http://thethoughtfulgamer.com/2017/03/05/twilight-struggle-review/

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rebeccareadsyt (8 KP) rated The Tattooist of Auschwitz in Books

Jan 17, 2019

The Tattooist of Auschwitz

Heather Morris | 2018 | Biography, History & Politics, Religion

8.7

(74 Ratings)

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Absolutely heart-wrenching yet beautiful at the same time

I picked this up last summer when it was first released, as I am a sucker for war fiction, particularly anything to do with WW2 and the Holocaust.

I really liked that the author took the time to get to know Lale, his history and then write about it with such care. The characters were captivating, and you really did feel almost every emotion going when reading.

Read in under 24 hours, an impressive feat for me!