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David McK (3906 KP) rated King of the North (Fire Born #4) in Books
Oct 22, 2023
I'm never really sure what to make of Angus Donald's 'Fire born' series.
Of which this is the fourth.
Personally, I think I've always preferred his Outlaw Chronicles, followed by the Holcroft Blood trilogy, with these Viking-era bringing up the rear.
Having said that, it is what it is.
In this particular entry, Bjarki and his sister Tor end up involved in the little-known (and semi-legendary) Battle of Bravellir, initially on opposite sides of the Shield Wall.
I have to say, it's a battle that I have never heard of before ...
Anyway, the result is an OK read, but (as previously stated, and for my money) the characters and history are just not as interesting as those in the Outlaw Chronicles or in the Holcroft Blood series.
I'll still probably read any future entries, though.
Of which this is the fourth.
Personally, I think I've always preferred his Outlaw Chronicles, followed by the Holcroft Blood trilogy, with these Viking-era bringing up the rear.
Having said that, it is what it is.
In this particular entry, Bjarki and his sister Tor end up involved in the little-known (and semi-legendary) Battle of Bravellir, initially on opposite sides of the Shield Wall.
I have to say, it's a battle that I have never heard of before ...
Anyway, the result is an OK read, but (as previously stated, and for my money) the characters and history are just not as interesting as those in the Outlaw Chronicles or in the Holcroft Blood series.
I'll still probably read any future entries, though.
Mark Halpern (153 KP) rated Django Unchained (2012) in Movies
Jan 4, 2018
Ouch
Some of the scenes in this movie actually made my stomach churn. Foxx,Jackson and DiCaprio give great preformaces in this civil war area movie. The movie is filled with action,drama,blood,gore and more gore. The story was fun but kind of predictable at times which is why one of the reasons it will be an one time watch only for me.
BookCritics (259 KP) rated Mrs. Saint and the Defectives in Books
Aug 2, 2017
There are so many great life lessons here and Mrs. Saint with her wisdom and guidance teaches most of them. Family isn’t always about being blood related and sometimes bonds can be formed quickly and when you least expect it.
Critic- Amy Novel Gossip
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: https://novelgossip.com/2017/07/25/review-mrs-saint-and-the-defectives-by-julie-lawson-timmer/
Original Score: 4 out of 5
Read Review: https://novelgossip.com/2017/07/25/review-mrs-saint-and-the-defectives-by-julie-lawson-timmer/
MyBookObsession (29 KP) rated The Hunger Games in Books
Sep 6, 2017
Engaging (1 more)
Thrilling
If you're into death, blood and guts then this is your film.
It's not as bad as I just made it sound.
You MUST READ THE BOOKS then and only then can you watch the films with the correct mindset.
Beautifully thrilling.
I loved the character and I loved the story. These fiction films are persued well giving they're based on the books. ????
It's not as bad as I just made it sound.
You MUST READ THE BOOKS then and only then can you watch the films with the correct mindset.
Beautifully thrilling.
I loved the character and I loved the story. These fiction films are persued well giving they're based on the books. ????
Indigobunting (92 KP) rated Midnight, Texas in TV
Aug 16, 2017
Interesting plot (3 more)
Good characters
Acting
Writing
I was pleasantly surprised when I started watching this! The storyline is interesting, as long as it doesn't get too sucked into the "monster of the week" trope. I think they brought together a great cast, and I'll be interested to see where this leads. Hopefully it doesn't get too bogged down like she did with True Blood.
Auburn (57 KP) rated The Summer Marked (The Winter People, #2) in Books
Apr 10, 2019
If you are looking for a happy sequel to the first book then turn away now. There is no light at the end of the tunnel here. Instead everything that can go wrong goes worse than expected. There is more, blood, torture, and loss of love.
Maybe the third will be better and close out the series with a bow. But I doubt it.
Maybe the third will be better and close out the series with a bow. But I doubt it.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Rogue (2008) in Movies
Mar 22, 2018
Probably the best film of its type. I have seen a few films that were based around avoiding a huge Croc in perilous circumstances. Some had really bad effects like Crocodile, or just plain cheesey like Lake Placid 2, Blood Surf. This was more like another film called Black water. I found this more interesting though and the Crocodile looks more believable. Worth checking out.
Chrissie-ann (78 KP) rated The loved ones (2009) in Movies
Jul 10, 2018
Gory, bloody mess
I wouldn't say this is a bad movie, but it focuses a lot more on the gore factor than anything else. While the lead acting to me was quite impressive, there was a lot of unanswered questions and I would have liked a bit more of a back story to it. But it was a decent film as long as you like blood!
Megan (14 KP) rated Shawn Mendes by Shawn Mendes in Music
Sep 9, 2018
One of my favourites
Shawn has quite a few genres of music within this one album, and although some are different to his usual style, they are all equally amazing!
I listen to this album very often and love every single song, although some more than others such as Nervous, In My Blood and Lost In Japan.
I would 100% recommend this to anyone
I listen to this album very often and love every single song, although some more than others such as Nervous, In My Blood and Lost In Japan.
I would 100% recommend this to anyone
Heather Heatso Culbertson (295 KP) rated Dead Reckoning (Sookie Stackhouse, #11) in Books
Oct 20, 2018 (Updated Oct 20, 2018)
My so so rating of this book is definitely partly my fault, it’s been 7 years since I read the last books and while I do remember quite a bit (although probably mixed up with True Blood facts,) I obviously can’t remember some of the past subplots. I liked this one well enough, and this has been a kick to finish the series sooner rather than later.