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Flatliners (2017)
Flatliners (2017)
2017 | Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi
Cool cast (0 more)
Lack of any real tension (1 more)
Not scary
Almost DOA
Amazingly I haven't seen the original so can't compare them. I didn't expect much from this and it turned out pretty much by the numbers. It starts ok and nice to see a small role for Kiefer Sutherland. However there is a real lack of tension or scares in the second half of the film. It could have raised the stakes in many ways but stays in the middle ground.
  
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2018)
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2018)
2018 | Biography, Drama, Romance
A star cast (0 more)
Annette bending quirky acting (0 more)
No sparkle but a lot of stars
For a film that I have heard literally nothing about this little film with a big name is a hidden treasure, based on a true story of gloria graham's later live and her love affair with fellow actor 30 years her junior (peter turner) played by Annette Benning and Jamie Bell ,it's just a nice little film that probably would have worked better as a stage play
  
God of War
God of War
2018 | Action/Adventure
This new one is kick ass. I was so excited when it was announced, couldn't wait for it to be released. Finally got to play it, although a lot of things changed it is an awesome game. The game makers did change the weapons and information set up to align more like Witcher 3 or Horizon Zero Dawn. It works great for the game. Kratos's attitude is the biggest change, he is actually kind of nice in this game. Overall awesome game!
  
Industrial Magic (Women of the Otherworld, #4)
Industrial Magic (Women of the Otherworld, #4)
Kelley Armstrong | 2004 | Science Fiction/Fantasy, Young Adult (YA)
8
8.4 (5 Ratings)
Book Rating
While I liked Paige's previous book a tad better, this still offered a fun-filled trip with some past characters (and new ones!) and a good plot. I like that these past two books have been lighter fare than the first couple. Also, I like and relate more to Paige than Elena, so that's always nice. Overall, it's made me want to read again, even if it's just the others in the Women of the Otherworld books, and for that, I'm grateful.
  
Tales from the Hood
Tales from the Hood
Michael Buckley, Peter Ferguson | 2017 | Children
10
9.3 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
The Grimm family is on the edge of finally freeing Sabrina and Daphne's parents from the sleeping spell they are under. Meanwhile, their friend the Big Bad Wolf is being tried for his crimes. This entire series is lots of fun, and it provides some nice twists to the familiar fairy tale characters. Aimed at kids, any adult will enjoy it.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-tales-from-hood-by-michael.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Tomboy in Books

Mar 20, 2018  
Tomboy
Tomboy
Janelle Reston | 2018 | LGBTQ+, Romance
8
8.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
This was a nice coming of age story set in post WWII America. It dealt with gender stereotypes but in a very positive manner. I would say I find it hard to believe that there was no homophobia at the time period( I know there was) but the author chose to focus on the girls. I also think pre 1960's being gay wasn't shamed or hated as much. It was really quick read with agood messege about being true to yourself.
  
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Dana (24 KP) rated Panic in Books

Mar 23, 2018  
Panic
Panic
Lauren Oliver | 2014 | Fiction & Poetry
8
8.3 (3 Ratings)
Book Rating
I listened to the audiobook as I was driving to visit my friends. I actually really enjoyed this book. Lauren Oliver is great at creating a very vivid world and a creepy vibe.

The characters were not as well developed as some of her other books, but I still found them interesting.

The plot itself went along at a nice pace. It was quick but not so fast that you don't know what is happening.

Overall, it is a great read!
  
Pacific Rim: Uprising (2018)
Pacific Rim: Uprising (2018)
2018 | Action, Sci-Fi
Cailee Spaeny (1 more)
Clint...sorry...Scot Eastwood
To short a film (0 more)
Enjoyable action flic
Dont get me wrong, not expecting it to win many awards and it was no where near as good as the first but....
It was fun to watch, nice little twist and it has a good cast to. Amara (spaeny) was by far the best one but we did enjoy counting how many times Scott was trying to copy his dad in the acting department. Overall, an enjoyable film.
  
WW
We Worship God
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
We Worship God by Nancy Streza is a beautiful book for preschool and elementary school aged children. The illustrations are wonderful and really add to the message.  This is a very nice approach to the ABC's. It is rooted in the Bible and in the qualities that Jesus portrays. Each page covers a letter to the alphabet. This story not only teaches the alphabet but also about Jesus. 

I received this ARC from NetGalley and Xist Publishing in exchange for an honest review.
  
The Ultimate Legacy (2015)
The Ultimate Legacy (2015)
2015 | Drama
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Movie Rating
A lot of the Cinematography (3 more)
The dialogue
The Writing
No conflict
Really? Another one?
So.... I loved the first film in this series "The Ultimate Gift". But this film is just bad. It tried to take the first one and copycat it without any of the drama, charisma or fun. This movie was boring. The main character was too nice and anything that he said to be mean felt out of character. The movie felt like a lazy cash grab.