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Heathski (173 KP) rated Unwrapped Sky in Books

Feb 9, 2019 (Updated Feb 9, 2019)  
Unwrapped Sky
Unwrapped Sky
Rjurik Davidson | 2019 | Science Fiction/Fantasy
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Beautifully descriptive (2 more)
Vivid characters
A fantasy world with a mix of its own mythology and steampunk science.
Beautifully written. Poignant, flawed but full of hope and wonder.
I really enjoyed this book. Its different but beautifully written. The characters are flawed but they all have a part to play that makes you want to keep reading. The author created an interesting world of mythology, ancient wondrous, unreachable lost cities. Magic and science co exist in a steampunk like culture, but also highlights the social and personal struggles of the people who live in it. Apathy, addiction, corruption, revolution and hope. Some people say it's slow, just keep reading, its worth it.
  
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Dianne Robbins (1738 KP) created a post

Apr 8, 2019 (Updated Apr 8, 2019)  
This is why you should always look for alternative exists at clubs, theaters, concert venues, bars, stores, etc. This place was engulfed in 5 minutes and 100 people died, many more were injured.


This video is in real time.

If there is ever a need to evacuate a building, whether due to fire, natural disaster, terrorist attack, stampede, etc., you need to know how to get out safely and quickly.

Most people head for the main doors at the entrance of the building. That area can bottleneck and you can get crushed or trapped in the doorway and never reach safety.

Everybody, stay safe and get out alive.
     
Wuthering Heights
Wuthering Heights
Lucasta Miller, Emily Brontë, Pauline Nestor | 2003 | Fiction & Poetry
4
7.4 (43 Ratings)
Book Rating
Maybe this book works for people who are interested in the Victorian era and are easily pleased by drab events happening to drab people on a drab landscape. For me, this book was beyond ridiculous!

Heath was the only character I liked, the one I wasn't supposed to like. He was the only character who had any redeeming features and who I actually had some feelings for. Cathy is just an over-the-top fruit loop with a stick up... well, where the sun don't shine. Yeah she didn't have the best upbringing or the best family but she didn't need to become so self righteous.

Dull, dull and dull.
  
Telegram Messenger
Telegram Messenger
Communication, Productivity, Social Networking
9
8.2 (15 Ratings)
App Rating
I like Telegram a lot because it's useable around the world for no charge. You can send voice messages, text messages and pictures to people for literally nothing. There are a lot of bots that you can interact with; I can play Werewolf, Taboo or Spy with people everywhere any time I want.

Additionally, it's easy to create your own chat or group and doesn't cost a thing. I use it for role-playing and D & D every day, and intend to continue doing so.

You can also have your own sticker packs created (like emojis) or steal ones that you like from others!
  
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Carol Hoopes (2 KP) rated Litsy in Apps

Jun 21, 2018  
Litsy
Litsy
Book, Social Networking
10
9.0 (12 Ratings)
App Rating
I like that you can track what book you're reading and talk about books also posting pictures and anything else that you might think of that's book related everyone there is super nice as well. (0 more)
I can't find anything bad (0 more)
A good place to talk about books
Pretty much all that I have stated above in the good. If you are looking to connect with people who share your love of reading and are looking to communicate ideas and different opinions where people will respect you and give you a chance to share it without criticism then litsy should be the place for you.
  
The Sun is Also a Star
The Sun is Also a Star
Nicola Yoon | 2016 | Children
8
8.5 (16 Ratings)
Book Rating
As a fan of slowburn, this book is not exactly for me, considering the romance is in a literal day. However, credit is given where credit is due (is that the saying?) and truly, this was a very good book. It was fast-paced, complicated, and the perspectives of other people along with the two mains were a blessing, kind of a quiet separation from the main thing, shedding light on the fact that people who you don't know significantly have complicated lives, just like you. This book proves that fate and science are different, but maybe they just go hand in hand with each other.
  
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The Program (The Program, #1)
Suzanne Young | 2013 | Fiction & Poetry
8
9.0 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
While this book had some certain tropes in it (hello love triangle) - and it definitely would have some trigger warnings, a few times I was shocked at what I read, not necessarily in a bad way - but some people may actually have issues with this book if they're super sensitive.

the whole suicide epidemic was quite an interesting story to read (granted that right there should trigger people - hey don't read this book) - the whole lobotomy after getting into the program was intense too - though wickedly fun to read about.

i'm very very curious to see where this series goes.....luckily I checked them all out from the library!
  
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
  
The Couple Next Door
The Couple Next Door
Shari Lapena | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry
6
8.0 (75 Ratings)
Book Rating
Another major new talent to emerge in the last few years. The narrative begins with a dinner party, a couple leave their child to go next door, taking the baby monitor and checking in every half hour. Not enough to prevent a nightmare unravelling. This is a psychological thriller that pulls you into the worst possible situation and drags you through a multitude of twists and turns. The tag line, ‘People are capable of almost anything’ really doesn’t prepare you for the shocking revelations within the pages. It leads you to question how well you know those around you and how much stress it takes to push people to the edge.
  
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Gaiaroo (9 KP) rated Chernobyl in TV

Jun 21, 2019  
Chernobyl
Chernobyl
2019 | Action, Drama, History
History Revisited (0 more)
A must-watch Documentary - Drama
An excellent insight into what happened at Chernobyl Nuclear Powerplant which has opened up my interest in the subject and made me read more into the characters /history etc.

The suffering that followed in the wake of the disaster is mind blowing though the 'official' recorded death toll is only around 35 people.

A must watch for young and old though some seems are upsetting / distressing.

Although the team of scientists who supported after the incident were mainly depicted by one character in the series, the bravery of those people is inspiring and should not be forgotten.