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The Overlook (Harry Bosch, #13; Harry Bosch Universe, #16)
The Overlook (Harry Bosch, #13; Harry Bosch Universe, #16)
Michael Connelly | 2007 | Crime, Fiction & Poetry, Thriller
8
7.8 (6 Ratings)
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Fast Paced Fast Read
LAPD Detective Harry Bosch has recently transferred to the Los Angeles Homicide Special department, and his first case finds him at an overlook on Mulholland Drive where a doctor was shot in the back of the head. Bosch has hardly gotten the basics of the case when the FBI shows up. As jurisdictional wars break out, Bosch tries to keep his focus on solving the crime. Can he do it?

I was surprised to find this book was shorter than normal for a Harry Bosch novel, but when I learned it originally appeared in serialized form, it made sense. The book doesn’t skimp on twists and turns; they are still packed into the pages. I had part of the solution figured out early, but it was just a small part of it. Bosch is dealing with a ticking clock, and that means that any personal sub-plots are left out of the book. Because of the shorter length, the characters aren’t as well developed as usual, but this lack of character growth is a minor issue. What bothered me more was some of Bosch’s actions here. Normally, I enjoy his efforts to skirt the rules, but in this case, I felt he went a bit too far. Still, Harry’s many fans will enjoy this fast-paced entry to the series.
  
Swan Girl (Rifters #2)
Swan Girl (Rifters #2)
Isa Briarwood | 2019 | Science Fiction/Fantasy
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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Swan Girl (Rifters #2) by Isa Briarwood
Swan Girl is the second book in the Rifters series, and although this book finishes perfectly, I'm holding out hope there is still more to come!

We reunite with Cate and Angus as they arrive in Ireland in 2083. This is a world completely unknown to Cate, and her struggles are real. Once Angus' parents are in the mix, things go a bit easier. This story is about choices - Cate's, Angus', and others.

It is incredibly well-written, with only a couple of moments when I had to go back and re-read something, just to be sure. The story wraps up nicely, bringing a tear to my eye! I loved how it all came together, but one of the best parts for me was when Cate when back to her time. What I want to know is what happens in the future with the knowledge she gave the doctor? See? I told you there should be more!

Full of action and adventure, this was a rip-roaring sequel that definitely fulfilled it's promise. Absolutely recommended by me.

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *

Merissa
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Matthew Krueger (10051 KP) rated It: Chapter Two (2019) in Movies

Sep 19, 2019 (Updated Mar 11, 2020)  
It: Chapter Two (2019)
It: Chapter Two (2019)
2019 | Horror, Thriller
Flashing Lights Soo Many
Warning- this movie has alot, i mean alot of flashing lights and you will probley get a headache from it. So if youre knowed to have seizures dont go into this movie because all of the Strobes lights. I had a major headache after this movie. Their is a warning before the movie though so thank god for that.

Anyways what did i think of the movie. I thought it was good, to long though sitting at 2h and 50mins long, it is long. And most of the gci is bad, i mean really bad. Some of it is good, but most of it is bad, what happened?

Bill hader and Bill Skarsgard are the best part of this movie. The other cast is good, but hader and skarsgard kill it.

So this movie was going to be 4hrs long, yea 4 freaking hrs. The director had to cut some of the film to make it 2hrs and 50mins long. And yes their will be a directors cut.

Also stephen king makes a cameo and is the funniest part and the best part of the film

This dont live up to the 2017 film. I mean its good, but has alot of problems.

Cant wait for Doctor Sleep though and hopefully thats good.
  
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Emma (519 KP) Sep 20, 2019

I much preferred chapter one. The banter the kids had was brilliant

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Amy Wolfs (521 KP) Oct 7, 2019

Bit more generous than I'd have been. A 5 or 6 at most from me.

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