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ClareR (5674 KP) rated The Poison Bed in Books
Jun 17, 2018
Murder and Intrigue in the Jacobean Court.
Based on a true story, this is set in the Court of James I of England and Wales (James VI of Scotland). Robert Carr is a favourite of the King. There has long been much discussion about how far his favouritism went, and about how he possibly had homosexual tendencies.
Anyway, this story is based around the true story of how Frances Howard and her husband Robert Carr were charged with the murder of Thomas Overbury, and kept in the Tower of London for quite some time. This whole story illustrates the power of the Howards (particularly Frances' Great Uncle) and the intrigue of the Royal Court. Everyone has great aspirations, and will do whatever it takes to achieve them.
The characters, I felt, were well drawn and either unpleasant or terribly naive - no middle ground. I do like historical fiction, especially when it appears to be well researched, as this does. It's important to give the characters life as well, and that's what this book does really well. An exciting, intriguing story. Many thanks to The Pigeonhole and the publisher for the chance to read this book.
Anyway, this story is based around the true story of how Frances Howard and her husband Robert Carr were charged with the murder of Thomas Overbury, and kept in the Tower of London for quite some time. This whole story illustrates the power of the Howards (particularly Frances' Great Uncle) and the intrigue of the Royal Court. Everyone has great aspirations, and will do whatever it takes to achieve them.
The characters, I felt, were well drawn and either unpleasant or terribly naive - no middle ground. I do like historical fiction, especially when it appears to be well researched, as this does. It's important to give the characters life as well, and that's what this book does really well. An exciting, intriguing story. Many thanks to The Pigeonhole and the publisher for the chance to read this book.
The Scarlet Pimpernel
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A timeless novel of adventure, intrigue, and romance is sparked by one man’s defiance in the face...
Merissa (11950 KP) rated Spark in Books
May 20, 2023
Francy is a 'normal' teenage girl, with nothing outstanding about her that she recognises. She is doing okay at school, has some good friends, and is on the Basketball team. So why would an alien entity decide to take up residence with her?
We stay with Francy as she enters a world of alien theories, collapsed fulcrums, mathematics, entropy and yoga. It is a whirlwind of theories that made my head spin at times. I loved Francy's dad's explanation of entropy, with analogies of having a 9-year-old child. Perfect!
There is intrigue and suspense in this book as Francy tries to figure out just what is going on, and more importantly, how she can help in any way. Then we also have a splash of romance as she and Owen become closer.
This is not your normal, run-of-the-mill Young Adult tale. It will intrigue and delight as the story takes you along. Different from anything I have read, I would not hesitate to recommend it.
* I received this book from the author in return for a fair and honest review. *
Merissa
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Jan 23, 2016
We stay with Francy as she enters a world of alien theories, collapsed fulcrums, mathematics, entropy and yoga. It is a whirlwind of theories that made my head spin at times. I loved Francy's dad's explanation of entropy, with analogies of having a 9-year-old child. Perfect!
There is intrigue and suspense in this book as Francy tries to figure out just what is going on, and more importantly, how she can help in any way. Then we also have a splash of romance as she and Owen become closer.
This is not your normal, run-of-the-mill Young Adult tale. It will intrigue and delight as the story takes you along. Different from anything I have read, I would not hesitate to recommend it.
* I received this book from the author in return for a fair and honest review. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jan 23, 2016
Auburn (57 KP) rated The Cruel Prince in Books
Apr 10, 2019
I have been looking forward to reading this book for awhile, the plot seemed just right. A cruel prince, a human girl, revenge, intrigue; it was all there. For me it did not live up to the hype though.
Jude was an inconsiderate, foolish, and all around incompetent character. She just rubbed me the wrong way. Plus I was hoping for a little bit of romance.
Don't get me wrong I enjoyed the plot and the idea of the fae not being good. That is different than most fae books today.
Jude was an inconsiderate, foolish, and all around incompetent character. She just rubbed me the wrong way. Plus I was hoping for a little bit of romance.
Don't get me wrong I enjoyed the plot and the idea of the fae not being good. That is different than most fae books today.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Still Brazen (Brazen Duet #2) in Books
May 4, 2019
fantastic read
This is the second part to this duet by these authors. This book starts off where the first one finishes. This book is filled with lots of suspense and steamy intrigue. Some amazing characters as the first book. You won't want to put this book down with the intense story line. I was hooked from the first page till the very last one. I can't wait to read more from this author in the future.
Highly recommended duet
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Highly recommended duet
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Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated The Connector (Trillionaire Boys' Club, #1) in Books
May 7, 2019
this book can be read as a stand alone read or as part of the series. This is an amazing author that never seems to amaze me. This is an unique story with fantastic characters. This author has a fab way of giving you fantastic worlds that will intrigue you. This book will definitely leave you wanting more and more. I cant wait to read more from this amazing author in the future.
Highly recommended
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Highly recommended
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starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated 3 Grams in Books
Jan 30, 2018
This was an amazing emotional rollercoaster. The beginning started as a "wow.. yum" and then turned sad and I was like awww... From there I felt for O and for Lena. This is definitely a sexual story so if you aren't into f/f with lots of sex don't bother to read this story. I really enjoyed it though. The complicity of the characters, the sadeness, the love, the sex, all of it was wonderful. The writing was superb and had a lot of action and intrigue involved in it.
Dork_knight74 (881 KP) rated Close (2019) in Movies
Jan 31, 2019
I really like Naomi Rapace. That being said, this eas not her best movie. Although I enjoyed it very much, it didn't hold up many to her other movies. She's a great actress and this movie was good- plenty of action and intrigue and it kept you guessing- but it wasn't "great"(like "What Happened to Monday"). The cinematography was fine and the story was decent and if you like her you will enjoy this movie- just don't expect too much. Overall, however, I'd definitely say this one is worth a watch.
The Last Empress: The She-dragon of China
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In 1851, a sixteen--year--old girl named Yehonala entered the Imperial Palace of China as a...
Cleopatra
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Cleopatra's palace shimmered with onyx and gold but was richer still in political and sexual...