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Sadako Vs Kayako (2016)
Sadako Vs Kayako (2016)
2016 | Horror
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Atmosphere is fairly true to the early films of both franchises (0 more)
2nd Half starts to unravel and the last 20-30 minutes is...well its something (0 more)
Versus movies claim another victim
I love Ringu.

And I love Ju-on.

So although I was skeptical about this movie (Damn you Alien v Predator: Requiem), I was intrigued by how it would work.

How does Sadako, a well dwelling ghost of a psychic little girl, that killed people through terror, end up battling with the curse/spirit of a murdered woman who now makes cricking noise and crawls down stairs and under sheets.

Both combatants kill via terror/mental means, so what does this mean in terms of this movie?

Well an hour or so of the film is basically a mediocre version of Ringu and Ju-On, with some good tension, and a skill for unsettling moments in that way J-Horror still possesses, and I was very much enjoying the ride.

However, as the two titular characters meet...it all starts to get a bit...well silly really.

I won't spoil anything specific, but the final act is a mess of new mythos, old mythos, off-screen battling and really, REALLY weird choices.

I was left feeling frustrated, and that the film had cheapened the brands with their choice of resolution, which though surprising, failed to really add anything to either franchise.

Not a terrible film, but not a great either.
  
Death Be Raven (Terra Vane #3)
Death Be Raven (Terra Vane #3)
Katie Carys | 2021 | Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
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Death be Raven ( Terra Vane book 3)
By Katie Carys

Once read a review will be written via Smashbomb and link posted in comments

Previously published under the author name of Katie Epstein...

My name is Terra, and I’m a Psychic. I have visions, and I need them now more than ever. Of the twelve that escaped from Portiside Prison, one is back behind bars but the rest are still out there, desperate and all the more dangerous for it.

I need to focus, but things between me and my boss are spiralling dangerously out of control, and I’m starting to see my partner in ways I’ve never seen him before—ways I’ve never even considered. I need a moment of clarity, but a body’s been found; our only lead being a single feather, black as night. Clarity can wait.

There’s no rest for the wicked.

Can’t tell you how much I love this series and writer! I love Terra she is a main character that is so well balanced I took an instant like to her. Cole is a bit of a dick in this one I’m slowly starting to switch loyalty and rooting for Kaleb to win her heart instead. Loved this storyline and actually felt pain for Raven such a sad existence. Really good book can’t wait to see what havoc is caused on Earth side!
  
Above the Fold (Midnight Rodeo #7)
Above the Fold (Midnight Rodeo #7)
BA Tortuga | 2017 | LGBTQ+, Paranormal, Romance
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Above the Fold (Midnight Rodeo #7) by B.A. Tortuga
Above the Fold is the seventh book in the Midnight Rodeo series, and as such, I really do think you need to read at least some of them to get the full impact of this one.

Jon is the reporter who loses his job because he is losing his memories. The only thing he can - and wants to - remember is the Midnight Rodeo. He follows them from town to town, never knowing why, but unable to resist the call. Kelly tried to do a mindswipe on Jon, before he realised Jon was psychic. This is what has led to the memory loss. Kelly takes Jon under his wing as they try to find a solution.

This is a fast-paced novella with plenty of detail, and a great cast of characters. The story moves along at a steady pace, focusing on this story alone. That is why I feel I have missed out on some details, because some of the other characters obviously have their own abilities and stories, and I wanted to know more.

A sweet and warm story though, that I thoroughly enjoyed, and have no hesitation in recommending.

* 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!