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"I have been seeing Caraval featured on so many blogs and instagram accounts, I couldn't just not read it. I've read, “A MUST READ”, so many times; I knew I had to get my hands on it...
And I loved it! LOVE, LOVES, LOVED IT!
It was everything a book should be: fun, diverse characters; steady plot; twist and turns (let me tell you, there were so many twists- I got dizzy); romance; suspense; adventure! I read this book in one sitting; only stopping to use the bathroom once and another time to grab a quick snack (a handful of pink Starbursts). It was that good." Read entire review here: https://thenerdybookwormsite.wordpress.com/2017/08/17/caraval-by-stephanie-garber/
And I loved it! LOVE, LOVES, LOVED IT!
It was everything a book should be: fun, diverse characters; steady plot; twist and turns (let me tell you, there were so many twists- I got dizzy); romance; suspense; adventure! I read this book in one sitting; only stopping to use the bathroom once and another time to grab a quick snack (a handful of pink Starbursts). It was that good." Read entire review here: https://thenerdybookwormsite.wordpress.com/2017/08/17/caraval-by-stephanie-garber/
Haley Mathiot (9 KP) rated Catch Me If You Can: The True Story of a Real Fake in Books
Apr 27, 2018
Frank W. Abagnale tells his amazing story. He was a genius, though a criminal. That is why it took him so long to get caught (and stay caught).
I'm not going to summarize the story, because it takes away from the trill. Basically, Frank decides to leave his former life and "live it up." But of course he does it by forging checks and faking identities.
In today's modern technological world, his process wouldn't work. However, it was amazing to see Frank learn and use the system to his advantage.
I recommend this book to ages 14+ to anyone who wants a good non-fiction adventure. There is some sex but it's not explicit.
I'm not going to summarize the story, because it takes away from the trill. Basically, Frank decides to leave his former life and "live it up." But of course he does it by forging checks and faking identities.
In today's modern technological world, his process wouldn't work. However, it was amazing to see Frank learn and use the system to his advantage.
I recommend this book to ages 14+ to anyone who wants a good non-fiction adventure. There is some sex but it's not explicit.
Andy K (10823 KP) rated Swiss Army Man (2016) in Movies
May 2, 2018
What a strange tale
I guess kind of a combination of Weekend at Bernie's, Heavenly Creatures and Castaway, Swiss Army Man tells the take of a desperate man at the end of his rope until a new friend washes up on shore. The two become acquainted quickly and decide to have an adventure together.
This film falls right into my favorite genre of weird and vague, so I really enjoyed it. You have never seen anything like this film and it is entertaining throughout.
Paul Dano and Daniel Radcliffe make a great screen couple and you really enjoy watching them together.
Still not sure how I feel about the ending though.
This film falls right into my favorite genre of weird and vague, so I really enjoyed it. You have never seen anything like this film and it is entertaining throughout.
Paul Dano and Daniel Radcliffe make a great screen couple and you really enjoy watching them together.
Still not sure how I feel about the ending though.
Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Mortal Engines (2018) in Movies
Feb 20, 2019
Surprising
I was pleasantly surprised by this one. The acting was good with interesting characters. The cinematography, imagery, effects were all very well done. The story unfolded ok but had a lot of very predictable parts. This was a "Steam Punk" future world with a lot of cool stuff in it but had just a bit of a "Star Wars-esque" feel to it. Not in a bad way, though. But the story, simplified, was that someone opened Pandora's box and the heroes had to shut it down. Anyway, if you enjoy a good sci-fi/action/adventure tale with just a smidge of love story thrown in, you'll really enjoy this movie. Worth a watch!
Auburn (57 KP) rated Forbidden Thirteen (Forbidden Legacy, #1) in Books
Apr 10, 2019
13 is a number that can be both good or bad for someone. For Aria it tends to bring out her powers. Yup powers... See she is actually magical and doesn't know it until two hot guys show up and show her the way. You may be wondering, but no this isn't a 2 guys 1 girl story. Sure a love triangle is inevitable but it does get resolved.
In that time we get an adventure, magic, romance, and plots upon plots. One can never know till the end who is on which side and where to put your trust.
Truly this was a well written and inviting story with all the fantasy elements one could want.
In that time we get an adventure, magic, romance, and plots upon plots. One can never know till the end who is on which side and where to put your trust.
Truly this was a well written and inviting story with all the fantasy elements one could want.
The Craggus (360 KP) rated Avengers: Endgame (2019) in Movies
Apr 26, 2019
It's the end, but the moment has been prepared for. Avengers: Endgame (2019) Review
“Avengers: Endgame” does everything it needed to do, and then some. It does some of the things you expected it to do, but perhaps not in quite the way you expected. You may be expecting an action-packed adventure across time and space as the heroes desperately seek redemption after their first real defeat but what you may not be expecting is how much of a character-driven victory lap the Russos and writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely have managed to weave organically into the story to propel us to the MCU’s most potent and emotive finale to date...
FULL REVIEW: http://bit.ly/CraggusEndgame
FULL REVIEW: http://bit.ly/CraggusEndgame
starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated Fright Train (Weirdville, #3) in Books
Jan 30, 2018
Fright Train by Majanka Verstraete
Reviewed by Kaila for CBR
I read this to my 8 and 7 yr old girls and they loved it. We didnt have to read the first two to understand this one. They loved how scary and yet not scary it was. They are asking me to read the rest of the series with them. The characters didn't scare them enough to cause issues with them but scared them enough to talk about how books aren't real. lol They also loved the adventure in the story and the characters were very fun. We will recommend this author to our friends with kids. So glad the author allowed us to read it for review.
Reviewed by Kaila for CBR
I read this to my 8 and 7 yr old girls and they loved it. We didnt have to read the first two to understand this one. They loved how scary and yet not scary it was. They are asking me to read the rest of the series with them. The characters didn't scare them enough to cause issues with them but scared them enough to talk about how books aren't real. lol They also loved the adventure in the story and the characters were very fun. We will recommend this author to our friends with kids. So glad the author allowed us to read it for review.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2353 KP) rated A Pocket for Corduroy in Books
Mar 9, 2018
One day while at the laundromat, teddy bear Corduroy decides he needs a pocket. His search for one introduces him to some strange new things. Can he find a pocket? Will Lisa be able to find him?
Even as a kid, I liked this book more than Corduroy’s first adventure. I think it’s because of the creativity. We know what Corduroy finds along his way, but his explanations for them are creative, logical, and fun. The illustrations capture the book perfectly, and will please kids and parents alike. This is one all ages can enjoy.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2015/06/book-review-pocket-for-corduroy-by-don.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Even as a kid, I liked this book more than Corduroy’s first adventure. I think it’s because of the creativity. We know what Corduroy finds along his way, but his explanations for them are creative, logical, and fun. The illustrations capture the book perfectly, and will please kids and parents alike. This is one all ages can enjoy.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2015/06/book-review-pocket-for-corduroy-by-don.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Erika (17789 KP) rated The Mummy (1999) in Movies
Mar 20, 2018
This version of The Mummy is one of my favorite films. I love period films with archaeology/adventure in them, so this movie was perfect for me. Brendan Fraser is so amusing and does a great job as O'Connell, and I love Rachel Weisz as Evie. Yes, this film was based off of the original 'The Mummy' with Boris Karloff, but it didn't bother me at all. Watching it now, some of the special effects look pretty lame. I wish they would remaster and fix the CGI in this film and the Mummy Returns, because it's somewhat cringe-worthy. I still watch this movie all the time, and I'll continue to re-watch it over and over again.
Erika Kehlet (21 KP) rated A Star-Reckoner's Lot (A Star-Reckoner's Legacy, #1) in Books
Feb 21, 2018
A Star-Reckoner's Lot was unlike anything I have read before. This story was part historical fiction, part fantasy, and all adventure. I was not at all familiar with pre-Islamic Iranian culture and lore before reading this book. The author didn't waste words on excessive description, or spell everything out for the reader, but it was easy enough to figure out what was going on just by following Ashtadukht, Tirdadin, and Waray across the sands as they hunt for the mystical being that killed Ashtadukht's husband. Fantasy lovers, historical fiction fans, and anyone who likes a good story should really enjoy this book.
<i>Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review</I>.
<i>Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review</I>.