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Merissa (11938 KP) rated Demon Princess (Demon Kingdom Fairy Tales #1) in Books
May 24, 2023
Adriana is a Demon Princess who is about to ascend to the throne, due to the disappearance of her father and brother, who was the heir. She is convinced that they are still alive and plans on finding them as soon as she can. However, when she is pulled away from her world at her coronation, she finds things that will change her perspectives on a lot of things.
This is a well-written, detailed, fantasy that skips on some parts and not on others. There is a generic description of places, oftentimes vague, but the characters are well-described and rounded. With connections between the main ones, they are easy to read about. There is obviously a lot more to come with this story, and it does end with a sort of cliffhanger, just to advise you. Time skips ahead with this novel, and months pass in quite a quick time.
With no editing or grammatical errors that I found, this was an enjoyable read into a world with magic and perils aplenty. Definitely recommended.
* 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
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Feb 27, 2016
This is a well-written, detailed, fantasy that skips on some parts and not on others. There is a generic description of places, oftentimes vague, but the characters are well-described and rounded. With connections between the main ones, they are easy to read about. There is obviously a lot more to come with this story, and it does end with a sort of cliffhanger, just to advise you. Time skips ahead with this novel, and months pass in quite a quick time.
With no editing or grammatical errors that I found, this was an enjoyable read into a world with magic and perils aplenty. Definitely recommended.
* 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
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Feb 27, 2016
Merissa (11938 KP) rated Finding Finlay (Hawthorne Bluff #1) in Books
Jun 5, 2023
FINDING FINLAY is the first book in the Hawthorne Bluff series and tells the tale of Clay, who fell in with a bad crowd after moving to Chicago and did his time, and also Finlay, local boy done good who stayed in Hawthorne Bluff. Now, Clay's back in town so maybe the timing is finally right for them both.
I enjoyed this story. It was low-angst considering the set-up of the story but I will admit to not really having much of a connection with the main characters. For me, it seemed like there was a lot of telling, and not a lot of showing. Plus, things were mentioned and sorted out so easily. I'm not into trouble where there really shouldn't be but this was just too easy. Even the thread of uncertainty that ran through it was sorted out very quickly and with little hassle.
All in all, a good story that I enjoyed.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jun 5, 2023
I enjoyed this story. It was low-angst considering the set-up of the story but I will admit to not really having much of a connection with the main characters. For me, it seemed like there was a lot of telling, and not a lot of showing. Plus, things were mentioned and sorted out so easily. I'm not into trouble where there really shouldn't be but this was just too easy. Even the thread of uncertainty that ran through it was sorted out very quickly and with little hassle.
All in all, a good story that I enjoyed.
** same worded review will appear elsewhere **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jun 5, 2023
David McK (3369 KP) rated Black Adam (2022) in Movies
Jul 2, 2023
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson did a lot of cheerleading for this movie.
Like, a lot.
I was still completely unaware, however, that it would include Pierce Brosnan's Dr Fate nor Hawkman not Atom Smasher nor Cyclone (all of which, for me, were the first time I had seen any of them on the big screen).
It also fits into the - current - DCEU - with Black Adam getting his powers from the same council of Wizards as Shazam (and using the same word), alongside cameos by Viola Davis' version of Amanda Waller and - in possibly the worst kept secret - a certain superhero during the end credits (the actor for who was told he would be returning to that role, then told not).
Anyway, this sees The Rock's Black Adam released from his tomb 5 centuries after being imprisoned within it, to modern-day Kahndaq which is now occupied by foreign invaders with some very advanced weaponry. The plot is then your usual run-of-the-mill softening of Adam's hard edges, teaming up with his supposed enemies to fight his real enemies, lots of destruction and a few general quips thrown in ...
The result? Somewhat messy; not as good (or surreal) as, say, Aquaman or Wonder Woman. Maybe a B+.
Like, a lot.
I was still completely unaware, however, that it would include Pierce Brosnan's Dr Fate nor Hawkman not Atom Smasher nor Cyclone (all of which, for me, were the first time I had seen any of them on the big screen).
It also fits into the - current - DCEU - with Black Adam getting his powers from the same council of Wizards as Shazam (and using the same word), alongside cameos by Viola Davis' version of Amanda Waller and - in possibly the worst kept secret - a certain superhero during the end credits (the actor for who was told he would be returning to that role, then told not).
Anyway, this sees The Rock's Black Adam released from his tomb 5 centuries after being imprisoned within it, to modern-day Kahndaq which is now occupied by foreign invaders with some very advanced weaponry. The plot is then your usual run-of-the-mill softening of Adam's hard edges, teaming up with his supposed enemies to fight his real enemies, lots of destruction and a few general quips thrown in ...
The result? Somewhat messy; not as good (or surreal) as, say, Aquaman or Wonder Woman. Maybe a B+.
Dean (6925 KP) rated Avatar (2009) in Movies
Sep 21, 2017
Amazing visuals
A great, stunning audio/visual treat for the senses! The story though has been done quiet a few times already it has to be said. It didn't feel like a 2.5 hour film. The level of detail and creativeness in terms of the alien planet Pandora and creature design was great. I can understand the hype for this, it does take a lot of things to the next level. It has some great action scenes. However on the whole the plot is not ground breaking by any means. Still one that has to be seen and experienced!
Ross (3284 KP) rated 24: Legacy - Season 1 in TV
Oct 2, 2017
Should really have been called "12". The series ends at the end of episode 12 with the line "12 hours later" and then a final scene.
It was a decent show, though a lot of it had been done before in 24. Having a non-CTU employed ex-marine as the new Jack Bower was an interesting premise but it also felt a bit hard to believe. Would he really risk everything like he did? Maybe, but I doubt it.
My advice would be to not think of this as being 24 and try to enjoy it in its own right.
It was a decent show, though a lot of it had been done before in 24. Having a non-CTU employed ex-marine as the new Jack Bower was an interesting premise but it also felt a bit hard to believe. Would he really risk everything like he did? Maybe, but I doubt it.
My advice would be to not think of this as being 24 and try to enjoy it in its own right.
Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance in Books
Oct 7, 2017
Work hard, and smart, don't just rely on talent
I'm always a little dubious about books in the self-help genre as 200 pages can be translated into one tagline. However, as a book, Grit is intelligently put together, with interesting research and anecdotes which was pleasant to read. You do need to use external resources that she provides from time to time, which I didn't do, so some of it may not make complete sense.
And unlike a lot of pretentious self-help books, Angela Duckworth is a pioneer in her field, and she keeps the self-congratulations to a minimum.
And unlike a lot of pretentious self-help books, Angela Duckworth is a pioneer in her field, and she keeps the self-congratulations to a minimum.
Southern Today (21 KP) rated After the Dark (2014) in Movies
Nov 6, 2017
After the Dark: A Movie Review
Philosophy in a movie. Actually.
This entire movie is based around the final day in a philosophy and what they would do if only half of them could go into a bunker at the end of the world and how they would chose who would go, and what would happen after.
I loved this movie. I watched with a friend and we had a lot of discussions.
Also, Ginny from Harry Potter was in this movie.
If y;all would like a more indepth review, let me know and I can update this!
This entire movie is based around the final day in a philosophy and what they would do if only half of them could go into a bunker at the end of the world and how they would chose who would go, and what would happen after.
I loved this movie. I watched with a friend and we had a lot of discussions.
Also, Ginny from Harry Potter was in this movie.
If y;all would like a more indepth review, let me know and I can update this!
Kai (5 KP) rated Very Good Lives: The Fringe Benefits of Failure and the Importance of Imagination in Books
Nov 13, 2017 (Updated Nov 13, 2017)
This isn't a very long speech, it probably would fit onto maybe 20 pages written without illustrations, but I found this really powerful. I read it on my bus to work and, being in a transition period between jobs, it has helped me to think about the fact that it is okay to make mistakes. It is okay to experience failure. I think I embrace imagination already a lot, but it is really nice to get a reminder that this is a good thing. Jo Rowling's speech was really powerful and I think everyone should read it.
Rachael Moyes (404 KP) rated Unrest (2017) in Movies
Nov 17, 2017
'Unrest' is such a honest and truthful documentary about what it's like to live with ME (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). As a sufferer myself (though my condition is milder than those featured in the documentary) I found it to be very honest and enlightening. I was unaware of the stigma surrounding the syndrome in some countries and have definitely learnt a lot. Jennifer is such a wonderful voice for ME.
I'd definitely recommend this documentary to anyone who wants to find out more about the condition, or to any fellow sufferers (although you may want to have a box of tissues handy!)
I'd definitely recommend this documentary to anyone who wants to find out more about the condition, or to any fellow sufferers (although you may want to have a box of tissues handy!)
Erika (17788 KP) rated Marvel's Agent Carter - Season 1 in TV
Nov 19, 2017
While I liked the first season of Agent Carter, I didn't love it. Agent Carter was my favorite character from Captain America: The First Avenger. Hayley Atwell kicks a lot of butt, and I wanted it to be so much more. Jarvis was by far, one of the best characters, and I've always liked Dominic Cooper. The series just took too long to get to the meat of the story. I was hopeful for the second season, after the season finale.
I'm also still salty they canceled it after the 2nd season, and because no one else picked it up.
I'm also still salty they canceled it after the 2nd season, and because no one else picked it up.