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David McK (3632 KP) rated The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) in Movies

Dec 28, 2024  
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)
1992 | Family, Sci-Fi
9
8.6 (48 Ratings)
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I read recently that this qualifies as the most accurate on-screen representation of the Charles Dicken's classic, in that it is the film that sticks closest to the plot and that uses the most actual quotations from the source.

Not as in the characters are nearly all played by Muppets.

Michael Caine, also, does a pretty good Scrooge, playing it as serious as a heart attack whilst the usual Muppety mayhem goes on around him - Kermit the Frog is Bob Cratchitt, Miss Piggy (of course) Mrs Cratchitt, whilst Gonzo provides the narration (as Charles Dickens) alongside Rizzo the rat.

The tale itself, of the ghosts who visit Scrooge on Christmas Eve (most famously the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future), and convince him to change his ways, is timeless.
  
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BookwormMama14 (18 KP) rated A Bridge Across the Ocean in Books

Jan 2, 2019  
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A Bridge Across the Ocean
Susan Meissner | 2017
6
8.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Susan Meissner has a beautiful style of storytelling. I simply adore her use of dual timelines. Her books are set in such unique settings that are gripping and engaging. However, this particular book wasn't for me. I will tell you upfront that I was unable to finish this book. I read far enough to know that I still think Susan is an incredible author, but there were aspects to this story that I just couldn't handle. Namely, there are ghosts. I do not consider this a spoiler, because you find out on the first page. However, it is not listed in the description very well. They talk about the ship being haunted, but not that the main character actually sees ghosts and talks with them. I tried picking it up a few times, but every time left me disappointed and quite frankly, creeped out. I don't do creepy. If you do enjoy stories with supernatural aspects like ghosts, I am sure you will enjoy this book immensely. I look forward to reading more books by Susan Meissner in the future.

I received a complimentary copy of A Bridge Across the Ocean from the publishers through NetGalley. This is my honest review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
  
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Hazel (1853 KP) rated Thomasine in Books

May 15, 2020  
Thomasine
Thomasine
Jordan Elizabeth Mierek | 2020 | Horror, Paranormal, Young Adult (YA)
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Ghosts, a murderous cult, and men who can turn into wolves
Ghosts, a murderous cult, and men who can turn into wolves feature in Jordan Elizabeth's latest novelette Thomasine. As a young girl, Thomasine believed there was something sinister living in the cellar of their farmhouse and was thankful when the family moved away. Now she has returned for a funeral and cannot shake off the uneasy feeling that there is evil afoot. On top of that, Thomasine can see ghosts and there is one, in particular, that is begging her for help.

The story switches between Thomasine's point of view and Adelajda, a Polish girl from 1888. The girls' stories combine in a supernatural way, which brings the story to its dramatic climax. Thomasine discovers her family history is dark and complicated and her future looks bleak. If she tries to escape her fate, Thomasine's parents would be in grave danger. Just as she was beginning to despair, Thomasine discovers a solution to her problems in the form of Adelajda...

Thomasine is a fast-paced story, 155 pages in length, that keeps the reader entertained from beginning to end. Mystery, fantasy and mild horror are all combined together with a hint of romance to create a welcome addition to Jordan Elizabeth's œuvre.
  
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2436 KP) rated The Mystery at Bob-White Cave (Trixie Belden #11) in Books

Mar 9, 2018  
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The Mystery at Bob-White Cave (Trixie Belden #11)
Kathryn Kenny | 2005
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Trixie and her friends are visiting Uncle Andrew again, this time in the Ozarks. The gang is hunting for some ghost fish, but they find danger and possibly real ghosts. Trixie isn't at her best here, but the plot is fun.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-mystery-at-bob-white-cave.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Dana (24 KP) rated Whispers at Moonrise (Shadow Falls, #4) in Books

Mar 23, 2018  
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Whispers at Moonrise (Shadow Falls, #4)
C.C. Hunter | 2012
8
8.7 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
As with the previous three novels, I really enjoyed how it was written. The plot development was well thought out and the characters had a good amount of dynamics between them. The ghosts were, like all fo the others, infuriating but interesting. I can't wait to see who this new ghost is and what is going to happen with Kylie.
  
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Rachael Godfrey (8 KP) rated The clockmakers daughter in Books

Jul 12, 2019  
The clockmakers daughter
The clockmakers daughter
Kate Morton | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry, Paranormal, Romance
6
6.3 (6 Ratings)
Book Rating
It had some imaginative ideas, and a nice plot at the end. Good if you like ghosts, houses with history and multiple storylines (can get confusing) (0 more)
Not the easiest book to finish, i just didnt have that page turning feeling like with other books. Also, the plot didn't blow me away but it tied up the story nicely. (0 more)
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