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Rachel Maria Berney (114 KP) rated Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life in Books
Dec 5, 2018
Real Life Stories (1 more)
Brooks' Experiences as a Writer
If you are planning an epic like LOTR or Shannara, you need to read this
I always wanted to be a writer when I grew up, I loved reading. I don't write much now, but when I was, I read lots of 'How to Write' books. Most are crap. This is one that is worthy of a read.
You can not deny that Terry Brooks has nailed the epic fantasy journey, better than Tolkein, it's still going strong. I love his writing and his stories. Although I didn't take as much from this as King's On Writing, I did enjoy reading it and seeing a little into the man behiind the books. This book is not just for wannabe writers, it's for his fans as well, you learn a little more about how Shannara and Landover came about.
You can not deny that Terry Brooks has nailed the epic fantasy journey, better than Tolkein, it's still going strong. I love his writing and his stories. Although I didn't take as much from this as King's On Writing, I did enjoy reading it and seeing a little into the man behiind the books. This book is not just for wannabe writers, it's for his fans as well, you learn a little more about how Shannara and Landover came about.
David McK (3623 KP) rated Northlight in Books
Jan 30, 2019
I think I read one of these Adam Hall (Elleston Trevor's pen name) Quiller books years ago and wasn't really that impressed, but things (and tastes) change. When this one was recommended to me as being 'better than Ian Fleming' I thought I would give it a second chance. Unfortunately, I now remember why - generally speaking - I don't really read spy novels.
Written and set during the mid 80s, this is the time of the Cold War, when the Iron Curtain was still up and when the Iron lady (Margaret Thatcher) was still in power. In this, Quiller has to go undercover into Soviet Russia to investigate the sinking of a US submarine. Told in first person as Quiller remembering the mission, I found this hard to get into, slow moving and - unfortunately - not really that exciting.
Doubt I'll read any more anytime soon.
Written and set during the mid 80s, this is the time of the Cold War, when the Iron Curtain was still up and when the Iron lady (Margaret Thatcher) was still in power. In this, Quiller has to go undercover into Soviet Russia to investigate the sinking of a US submarine. Told in first person as Quiller remembering the mission, I found this hard to get into, slow moving and - unfortunately - not really that exciting.
Doubt I'll read any more anytime soon.
Alison Pink (7 KP) rated Twelve Sharp (Stephanie Plum, #12) in Books
Jan 15, 2018
Ooooh...I think this is the best book in the series! Somehow I think I've said that before, but I guess I didn't mean it until now. Wow! I literally read this book in about 10 hours of on & off reading. I just couldn't put it down.
Stephanie is back to being a bounty hunter. Grandma joins Sally Sweet's band for a brief run. Lula starts hooking up with Tank (a match made in heaven since Tank doesn't talk & Lula can't shut up!!!) A Ranger impersonator out to take over Ranger's life. A kidnapping, bombs, robberies, the list goes on. Nonstop action from beginning to end.
Stephanie is back to being a bounty hunter. Grandma joins Sally Sweet's band for a brief run. Lula starts hooking up with Tank (a match made in heaven since Tank doesn't talk & Lula can't shut up!!!) A Ranger impersonator out to take over Ranger's life. A kidnapping, bombs, robberies, the list goes on. Nonstop action from beginning to end.
Jennifer Daniell (108 KP) rated Eden (The Eden Trilogy, #1) in Books
Apr 10, 2018
I loved this book. LOVED. One of my top reads in the past couple years for sure. I received it for free after winning a Goodreads giveaway. I don't want to give anything away so I will be general in my review. The concept/plot are unique but believable. The characters were really well rounded and relatable. You are immediately sucked in to their world. This was so much better than a lot of the dystopian books that are being pumped out right now. I love that it could stand alone as well as being the first installment of a trilogy. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
Jennifer Daniell (108 KP) rated The Neptune Project (The Neptune Project, #1) in Books
Apr 10, 2018
This was a GREAT read. It sucked me in right from the beginning and the characters had depth and were rounded enough that you were immediately attached to them. I don't want to write about the plot so much as I received an advanced copy through a goodreads giveaway and I definitely don't want to spoil it for any potential readers! That being said, the story line is unique and captivating and fits well with the YA/Dystopian genre without being another one of the tired, overworked books that are being pumped out right now. Do yourself a favor and pick this one up.
Very disappointed
Very disappointed to say that I really struggled with this book and couldn't get into it at all. I did struggle on to the end but, to be honest, wish I hadn't bothered because I have so many more books to read that I now feel I wasted my time.
I could not connect with the story or any of the characters and found it pretty boring to be honest.
I usually like reading Harlan's books but this one ... not so much.
Thanks to the Publisher, Random House UK, Cornerstone and NetGalley for providing me with a copy in return for an honest review.
I could not connect with the story or any of the characters and found it pretty boring to be honest.
I usually like reading Harlan's books but this one ... not so much.
Thanks to the Publisher, Random House UK, Cornerstone and NetGalley for providing me with a copy in return for an honest review.
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Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated With Every Heartbeat (Forbidden Men, #4) in Books
Jan 11, 2021
Hmm...this one didnt quite grab me, either, like the first two did. As much as i love Quinn and the last half of this book, the first half with Cora...well, i just wanted to throw my kindle/laptop/phone because it felt so wrong! She was so horrible and Quinn was so lovely.
One thing i do love about this series, though, is how close this gang is. They all rib and tease each other but will stick up for each other in a heartbeat. It's so nice!
I can't wait to read Ten and Caroline's story so I'm off to start it right now :D
One thing i do love about this series, though, is how close this gang is. They all rib and tease each other but will stick up for each other in a heartbeat. It's so nice!
I can't wait to read Ten and Caroline's story so I'm off to start it right now :D
Emma @ The Movies (1786 KP) rated Flatliners (2017) in Movies
Sep 25, 2019
Now, this one amused me... even Wikipedia doesn't care about this movie, its entire plot summary is... "Medical students induce their own deaths to experience near-death experiences." And while that's true I feel like there's more to describe about this film than the unnecessary five heavy paragraphs I read about Home Again.
This film might be okay if you haven't seen the original... might be. But if it ain't broke don't fix it as they say.
What I would say is that there are probably sensible reasons not to watch this, if you have trouble letting go of the past and have anxiety and guilt, maybe stay at home.
This film might be okay if you haven't seen the original... might be. But if it ain't broke don't fix it as they say.
What I would say is that there are probably sensible reasons not to watch this, if you have trouble letting go of the past and have anxiety and guilt, maybe stay at home.