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ScoobyGoo (155 KP) rated Controversy by Prince in Music
Jul 31, 2017
Dana (24 KP) rated Inferno (The Divine Comedy, #1) in Books
Mar 23, 2018
I have been wanting to read the Divine Comedy for a while now, especially since it is constantly referenced in other works. I thought it was cool how Dante brought in so many well-known political, religious, and just generally famous people then showed them all suffering in Hell. Yes, there was a lot of humor strewn throughout this epic poem, but there were obviously a lot of serious moments that made you have to think. Even if you are not religious, this is a very interesting thing to pick up because of its historical connections as well as being an insight into the minds of some more religious figureheads during this time period. Overall, this was a pretty cool read and I am excited to read the other two.
Stephen Cone recommended The Long Day Closes (1992) in Movies (curated)
Janet Mock recommended Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches in Books (curated)
Goldenarrow74 (10 KP) rated Stigmata (1999) in Movies
Feb 26, 2018
Figgy Rolls (2 KP) rated Educated in Books
Jun 5, 2019
Frightening.
This was a fascinating insight into growing up in an extremely religious family. Also an essential expression of why health and safety regulations, and child protection laws, are absolutely necessary. Kudos to the author for surviving this experience with grace and courage.
Caffeinated Fae (464 KP) rated The Generosity Factor in Books
Jul 12, 2018
Have you ever read a book and rolled your eyes so many times that you thought they would get stuck like that? Well, if you're looking for a book to experience the feeling, this is the book for you.
Personally, the thought behind this book was interesting and I hoped that I would learn something from it. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. All this book talked about was God. God this, God that, etc. It was done in such a preachy way, I couldn't enjoy it. I kept wishing that it was more subtle and not preachy.
I am not a religious person but I usually can get through religious books without wanting to gag myself with a spoon. I'm glad that I didn't purchase it and that it was a gift.
If you're a religious person, you may like this book. I personally found it way too preachy and not something I would ever recommend.
Personally, the thought behind this book was interesting and I hoped that I would learn something from it. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. All this book talked about was God. God this, God that, etc. It was done in such a preachy way, I couldn't enjoy it. I kept wishing that it was more subtle and not preachy.
I am not a religious person but I usually can get through religious books without wanting to gag myself with a spoon. I'm glad that I didn't purchase it and that it was a gift.
If you're a religious person, you may like this book. I personally found it way too preachy and not something I would ever recommend.
K.K. Barrett recommended Wise Blood (1979) in Movies (curated)
First of all, a huge thank you to the author for sending me a copy of this book since I won the giveaway on Goodreads.
I am not much of a religious person, and that might be the only reason why this book didn't really touch me at all.
I liked the story though, amazing description and pace, I loved how descriptive the characters were and actually very friendly and lovable, but when it would come to the ''preaching'' side of things - not my piece of cake. Though for the ones that enjoy the religious side of things, and stories about God, this would be the perfect book for you!
I am not much of a religious person, and that might be the only reason why this book didn't really touch me at all.
I liked the story though, amazing description and pace, I loved how descriptive the characters were and actually very friendly and lovable, but when it would come to the ''preaching'' side of things - not my piece of cake. Though for the ones that enjoy the religious side of things, and stories about God, this would be the perfect book for you!