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When Egbert "Egg" Masterson leaves the family island unexpectedly, he never expects to find himself on his own and fighting to stay alive. Can he evade those who are after him long enough to find out why they want him dead?

This is an inventive middle grade series. It's not our world but not fantasy either, and I had no problem jumping into that world. There's lots of action for guys with Egg always on the run from killers and pirates. Definitely planning on reading the next one myself soon.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/09/book-review-deadweather-and-sunrise-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Red Sparrow
Red Sparrow
Jason Matthews | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
6
7.3 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
Seductive Sparrows!
I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaack!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My sincerest apologies for not posting last week guys but sometimes university dissertation has to take priority you know?

Anyway, I have a killer book review today with the movie adaptation releasing on the 1st of March. The movie 'Red Sparrow' stars Jennifer Lawrence, ultimate baddest bitch of all time, alongside Joel Edgerton, Jeremy Irons and Matthias Schoenaerts.

I would always always advise you read the book before you watch a movie adaptation because I feel like you get more context and detail but thats just my biased view in favour of books :)

Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2018/02/seductive-sparrows.html
  
The Marriage Bureau for Rich People
The Marriage Bureau for Rich People
Farahad Zama | 2008 | Fiction & Poetry, Romance
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Can't Fight this Feeling
Loveeeeee is in the aiiiiiiir!!!!!

Happy early valentines day you guys! The chocolates have been brought, the presents have been wrapped and the candlelight dinners have been booked. What better way to celebrate this feeling of luuuuuurve than jumping into a book about love?

The marriage bureau for rich people is all about Mr Ali who is bored whilst in retirement and decides he is going to open up a marriage bureau. He sets up at the front of his house and starts working people all desperate to get married.

Continue reading my review at: https://www.readsandrecipes.co.uk/2018/02/cant-fight-this-feeling.html
  
Sweet Ache (Driven, #6)
Sweet Ache (Driven, #6)
K. Bromberg | 2015 | Romance
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Another incredible book by one of my favorite authors. Kristy has a way of writing that truly makes you feel as though you KNOW these characters and love them, scars and all. I am HUGE Driven Trilogy fan and this book was a perfect addition.. LOVE Hawke and Quinn and my absolute favorite parts were the moments we got to revisit with Colton, Riley and most of all, special guest appearances from the D-Bags! My all-time favorite rockers hanging out together (love it!). Love the witty banter between Quinn and the guys and Quinn's strength is apparent throughout. Another absolute must-read.... beautifully written story!
  
We&#039;ll Always Have Summer (Summer, #3)
We'll Always Have Summer (Summer, #3)
Jenny Han | 2011 | Romance, Young Adult (YA)
9
9.0 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
Great Conclusion
This book is the conclusion to the series. It takes place two years after the previous book. Belly is with Jeremiah, but she still thinks of Conrad. The previous two books focused more on Conrad, and the reader was well aware of his flaws. This book shows the reader Jeremiah's flaws, and his relationship with Belly. The great thing about this series is that the reader is never sure who Belly will end up with. Both of the guys are great, and have the potential to make her happy. I really enjoyed how this one ended, and I don't think other readers will be disappointed with the series.
  
Adventureland (2009)
Adventureland (2009)
2009 | Comedy, Drama
7
6.5 (6 Ratings)
Movie Rating
I saw this not knowing too much about it. I was expecting more of a comedy, it has it's moments. However it's more of a coming of age, teen drama. That said it is a very good character driven film and uniquely interesting in a funny kinda way. It tells the story of one guys summer working a Adventureland, a rundown old theme park. There he encounters a wide range of misfits who he becomes friends with. A good film, well directed and the actors make it an entertaining watch, not to mention a time trip to the '80s. Cool soundtrack as well from that era.
  
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Trackie (153 KP) rated Close (2019) in Movies

Jan 25, 2019  
Close (2019)
Close (2019)
2019 | Action, Thriller
Exciting (1 more)
Great storyline
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A good action movie, no stupid unrealistic car chasing's and unrelatable cold and empty heroes.

 Noomi Rapace as always gave an outstanding performance that definitely lifts the movie a lot.

I liked the fact that the leading character is not the normal detached strong man who has no feelings and can’t wait to get the job over but this isn’t the case. Noomi is not necessary stronger than the bad guys, but she is quicker, more skillful and smarter.

Easy watching film, that has smart action that doesn't let you get bored, but not too much action to get tired of it.

Would recommend watching
  
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Kelly (279 KP) Jan 25, 2019

I have been considering whether to watch this movie - now I think I will! Thank you.

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Milla Jovovich recommended Mean Streets (1973) in Movies (curated)

 
Mean Streets (1973)
Mean Streets (1973)
1973 | Classics, Drama

"Mean Streets — Robert De Niro is so gorgeous. Again, the beginning of all these people’s careers. What a full, well-rounded movie. Then you go to Goodfellas, it’s hard. [Picking five] really is hard. I also loved Wolf of Wall Street, I have to say. That was a fun movie. Matthew McConaughey, so good. I think [what I love about Mean Streets is] just seeing the world, seeing the costumes, the relationships these guys have with each other. I think also just the stories behind — knowing that these actors, this was so many of their first movie breakout performances; it’s unbelievable watching it and the performances are so great."

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