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Sam (74 KP) rated Aftercare Instructions in Books
Mar 27, 2019
I was actually quite disappointed by this one. I felt like I expected more from it, especially with it dealing with more serious subjects such as abortion right from the start.
The reason I don’t read much YA any more is the way that everything is glazed over and ignored. I feel like Aftercare Instructions had the chance to be a really good, deep novel about an issue that rarely makes it into YA, but in reality, it brushed over it.
I need to point out I only made it 1/3 of the way through before giving up.
Everything seemed to happen slowly and the narration seemed too whiney to be realistic. The main character, Gen is unlikable and annoying. Within the first 1/3 of the book her character is barely built and does nothing other than complain.
The plot didn’t move, and when nothing happens and I’m that far into the book, I know it’s time to give up.
The book is set out with alternating chapters being in a script format laying out the backstory of the characters. The first YA book I read with this format was cute. The second – fun. But when I’ve now read countless YAs set out in this format, it’s much less quirky and now seems a bit like it’s something to do to fill the pages without adding a decent description or trying to set a scene. It’s a space filler and it just ruins YAs for me.
I always hate DNF-ing books from Netgalley, especially ones by new authors but I just felt like this one could have been a lot more than it was, and it just seemed too much like the stereotypical YA I want to avoid reading and that I wish wasn’t taking over the genre lately.
The reason I don’t read much YA any more is the way that everything is glazed over and ignored. I feel like Aftercare Instructions had the chance to be a really good, deep novel about an issue that rarely makes it into YA, but in reality, it brushed over it.
I need to point out I only made it 1/3 of the way through before giving up.
Everything seemed to happen slowly and the narration seemed too whiney to be realistic. The main character, Gen is unlikable and annoying. Within the first 1/3 of the book her character is barely built and does nothing other than complain.
The plot didn’t move, and when nothing happens and I’m that far into the book, I know it’s time to give up.
The book is set out with alternating chapters being in a script format laying out the backstory of the characters. The first YA book I read with this format was cute. The second – fun. But when I’ve now read countless YAs set out in this format, it’s much less quirky and now seems a bit like it’s something to do to fill the pages without adding a decent description or trying to set a scene. It’s a space filler and it just ruins YAs for me.
I always hate DNF-ing books from Netgalley, especially ones by new authors but I just felt like this one could have been a lot more than it was, and it just seemed too much like the stereotypical YA I want to avoid reading and that I wish wasn’t taking over the genre lately.
Jodi Rae Harkins (1 KP) rated Wish - Shopping Made Fun in Apps
Aug 9, 2018
Low prices, sometimes low quality
Wish sometimes has some very neat items although the descriptions do not always accurately represent the products well. Sizes for clothes and shoes are not usually true to size, some items are made very cheaply (but I guess ya get what ya pay for), etc. The wait time for the arrival of your purchases can also be very very long. Sometimes shipping can be pretty cheap which is nice. They also have some products which are a little more expensive but are generally higher quality and they do ship faster. I believe a lot of not all of Wish's products come from overseas; China, etc. Good app but shop wisely and check as many reviews and photos as you can!
Cumberland (1142 KP) rated Perfectly Normal in Books
Nov 30, 2018
Loved it
* I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review*
This was a great YA read, however I did have a couple of things I didn't like about it. It started off slow, and the teens were a little unrealistic at times.
Other than that the book was great. Things quickly took an unexpected turn making it impossible to put the book down. I also really liked that this book didn't focus on romance. The YA genre usually throws unnecessary teen romance around everywhere, so it was nice to read a book where the characters had other things going on.
I will warn future readers that this book does end in a cliff. I was still satisfied with the ending, but I'm definitely going to pick up the next book as soon as possible.
This was a great YA read, however I did have a couple of things I didn't like about it. It started off slow, and the teens were a little unrealistic at times.
Other than that the book was great. Things quickly took an unexpected turn making it impossible to put the book down. I also really liked that this book didn't focus on romance. The YA genre usually throws unnecessary teen romance around everywhere, so it was nice to read a book where the characters had other things going on.
I will warn future readers that this book does end in a cliff. I was still satisfied with the ending, but I'm definitely going to pick up the next book as soon as possible.
Kasey Davis (30 KP) rated The Jewel (The Lone City, #1) in Books
May 12, 2018
Upon first glance I assumed it was just another take on the post-apocalyptic world. It's not even close to that. It's full of mystery and romance. I was hooked right away. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. And the plot twist ending was not one I saw coming at all. Books like this is why I continue to read YA.
Jeremy King (346 KP) rated Shaun of the Dead (2004) in Movies
May 13, 2019
A fun movie about fighting zombies.
Ok lets admit it. most of think we will be like crew in the walking dead but come on there is a better chance of us be like these guys in shaun of the dead. Ya lets just pop down to the local pub and wait till the army comes in to deal with the zombies.
Love this movie
Ok lets admit it. most of think we will be like crew in the walking dead but come on there is a better chance of us be like these guys in shaun of the dead. Ya lets just pop down to the local pub and wait till the army comes in to deal with the zombies.
Love this movie
Heather Heatso Culbertson (295 KP) rated The Darkest Minds (2018) in Movies
Aug 6, 2018
I’ve been trying to get into the book for the last week and haven’t been able to, so almost skipped my plans for this. It wasn’t the worst YA adaption I’ve ever seen (umm Percy Jackson and Mortal Instruments) but it wasn’t great either. I’d be intrigued enough to see the second book, but I doubt it will get another movie.
Russ Troutt (291 KP) rated The Christmas Chronicles (2018) in Movies
Jul 2, 2019
If you're looking for a fun Christmas movie to get you in the spirit of the holiday season Netflix has you covered with their new movie The Christmas Chronicles. Kurt Russell as Santa, what more do ya need to know? If for some reason that's not enough, there's also a great bust out in song scene with Steven Van Zandt. Elvis ain't dead, he just became Santa.
Matthew McConaughey recommended Hud (1963) in Movies (curated)
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Endless (The Embrace Series, #4) in Books
Sep 6, 2019
Christ, I am an emotional wreck right now after that ending. I had at least one tear running down my cheek continuously for a good 70 of the last pages of this book. Heartbreak on several counts, which I won't go into because they're spoilers.
This is a brilliant mature YA series!! Off to start the final book and it better have a good, happy ending!!!!
This is a brilliant mature YA series!! Off to start the final book and it better have a good, happy ending!!!!
