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Sarah (7800 KP) rated Marley and Me: Life and Love With the World's Worst Dog in Books
Mar 3, 2018
Sweet and Heartwarming
This book is never going to win any literary prizes. However if you'e after a heartwarming laugh out loud tale, then this is definitely the book to come to. John Grogan does well to get you engaged in not only the life of his dog Marley, but also of himself and the rest of his family. Which is good, as a tale solely about canine capers might soon lose it's appeal. Through John's depiction of Marley you can't help but find him and his exploits adorable, albeit saying a silent prayer that you don't own a dog like him.
For animal lovers alike this is a great read. For dog lovers and owners, this is a must read as I'm sure everyone can identify with some of these canine behaviours. My parents have a silly Dalmatian, but even she isn't a patch on Marley and it's so good to read a book that makes you giggle at all the doggy traits you recognise. I dare you not to have shed a tear by the end either.
For animal lovers alike this is a great read. For dog lovers and owners, this is a must read as I'm sure everyone can identify with some of these canine behaviours. My parents have a silly Dalmatian, but even she isn't a patch on Marley and it's so good to read a book that makes you giggle at all the doggy traits you recognise. I dare you not to have shed a tear by the end either.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2585 KP) rated Murder Most Fowl in Books
Mar 9, 2018
One morning in March, Cam’s neighbor dies at his breakfast table, just hours after his chicken farm his hit by animal rights activists. Wayne was a very nice man, often offering Cam advice on her own heard of chickens. When the man’s daughter turns to Cam for help understanding what happened to him, Cam starts investigating. But can she find the killer?
I always enjoy my time on Cam’s farm, and this book was no exception. The pacing was a tad uneven, but that was only a minor issue. The mystery is still strong, with good clues, red herrings, and a great climax. While a couple of supporting characters sat this one out, the rest of the cast is back and as strong as ever. This will leave you turning pages until you read the end.
NOTE: I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/05/book-review-murder-most-fowl-by-edith.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
I always enjoy my time on Cam’s farm, and this book was no exception. The pacing was a tad uneven, but that was only a minor issue. The mystery is still strong, with good clues, red herrings, and a great climax. While a couple of supporting characters sat this one out, the rest of the cast is back and as strong as ever. This will leave you turning pages until you read the end.
NOTE: I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/05/book-review-murder-most-fowl-by-edith.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
MoMoBookDiary (20 KP) rated A Puppy's Dream Comes True in Books
Oct 1, 2018
I enjoyed this short adorable heart-warming story of BabyDoll, a maltese puppy who is adopted by a lovely couple, Lisa and Donald. The author has created a wonderful story telling of animal adoption from the dog's point of view.
It is clear to see from quick glance at this story that the author is American and in the fashion/entertainment world.
This is a great book for young children however I couldn’t relate to the way the family treat the dog – its a dog not a human. I have a dog myself who is treated like one of the family but I wouldn’t feed him real ‘human food’. I am sure there are families who do -but I feel there may be more families out there that are trying to get their children to stop feeding the dog scraps of human food and this book would not help with that. Otherwise it’s a great book with cute illustrations.
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review prior to publication.
It is clear to see from quick glance at this story that the author is American and in the fashion/entertainment world.
This is a great book for young children however I couldn’t relate to the way the family treat the dog – its a dog not a human. I have a dog myself who is treated like one of the family but I wouldn’t feed him real ‘human food’. I am sure there are families who do -but I feel there may be more families out there that are trying to get their children to stop feeding the dog scraps of human food and this book would not help with that. Otherwise it’s a great book with cute illustrations.
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review prior to publication.
Lindsay (1812 KP) rated Great & Small Prayers for Babies in Books
Aug 16, 2019
Great and Small Prayers for Babies is really sweet and cute. It easy to read. It got a rhyme to when you are reading the book. It great for little toddlers or little children to pick up and play with. I did notice this love it. That I wanted for a family member of mine.
My mom though otherwise, she wants for a friend of hers that having a baby. My thoughts exactly is why I picked it up was for cousin of mine. It is better for the newest members of the family. It for babies, ages 0-3. They can open the flap to read and see what under the flap, It cute and fun to read what it says under the flap.
Came brand new and closed ready to be opened by little hands. Pictures are done well and sweet to look and see. Words that go with animal makes. Great for parents looking for a gift for a new baby coming into the family or even for themselves.
My mom though otherwise, she wants for a friend of hers that having a baby. My thoughts exactly is why I picked it up was for cousin of mine. It is better for the newest members of the family. It for babies, ages 0-3. They can open the flap to read and see what under the flap, It cute and fun to read what it says under the flap.
Came brand new and closed ready to be opened by little hands. Pictures are done well and sweet to look and see. Words that go with animal makes. Great for parents looking for a gift for a new baby coming into the family or even for themselves.
Awix (3310 KP) rated Captive Wild Woman (1943) in Movies
Jan 16, 2019
More than usually dingbat Universal horror movie. A mad scientist (Carradine) has become the world's top expert on hormones and uses this to turn a gorilla into a beautiful woman (Acquanetta). She gets a job helping the local lion tamer, and falls in love with him even though he's happily engaged to a nice sensible girl. You can probably guess most of the rest.
Not exactly The Exorcist, but still sort of undemanding fun for the most part - you can enjoy yourself by having a good groan at the ridiculous genre tropes or playing spot the stock footage. On the other hand, sensitive modern viewers may have genuine issues with the depiction of animal mistreatment (it looks very likely that animals were indeed harmed in the making of this movie).
In the end, it takes a long time to get going and never quite gets to the interesting places you're hoping for, but it's such a silly and slight piece of work that this isn't a surprise. Passes the time amusingly.
Not exactly The Exorcist, but still sort of undemanding fun for the most part - you can enjoy yourself by having a good groan at the ridiculous genre tropes or playing spot the stock footage. On the other hand, sensitive modern viewers may have genuine issues with the depiction of animal mistreatment (it looks very likely that animals were indeed harmed in the making of this movie).
In the end, it takes a long time to get going and never quite gets to the interesting places you're hoping for, but it's such a silly and slight piece of work that this isn't a surprise. Passes the time amusingly.
Kelly Rettie (748 KP) rated Animal Crossing: New Horizons in Video Games
Mar 23, 2020
Still a fab game....
I have loved all the animal crossing games so when the new one came out on the switch it was inevitable that I would get it. You move to a dessert island and start by living in a tent which obviously Nook Store will upgrade for you for a fee. It's the same as previous games in that you are still collecting resources and selling items you find, though now when you are shopping there are Nook miles which you can redeem for objects. You also access alot of info on a nook phone which is a nice addition. The only annoying thing which has annoyed me with past versions is it plays in real time, so when Nook says you will get something tomorrow, or your new house will be ready tomorrow, that's exactly when it will be. Overall great game to pick up and play either for a couple of hours of just to pass a little bit of time.
Dark and Gritty
I am a fan of Paul Finch and love Lucy as a strong, female character who takes no prisoners. Here she finds herself in the midst of a pretty grim series of what initially appear to be a series of unconnected events but they quickly turn into a nightmare investigation. This is where I need to warn you that this book does contain scenes of animal cruelty and abuse ... it also contains scenes of human cruelty! Both are hard to read.
Dark, gritty, exciting, full of tension and suspense, well written with a cast of brilliant characters, this is a great addition to the series and one I would happily recommend.
This is the third book in the series and although can be read as a standalone, to get the best out of it, I would recommend you read them in order so that you get the back story to the characters ... you won't be disappointed.
My thanks go to Avon Books UK via NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest and unbiased review.
Dark, gritty, exciting, full of tension and suspense, well written with a cast of brilliant characters, this is a great addition to the series and one I would happily recommend.
This is the third book in the series and although can be read as a standalone, to get the best out of it, I would recommend you read them in order so that you get the back story to the characters ... you won't be disappointed.
My thanks go to Avon Books UK via NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest and unbiased review.
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