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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated The Body Electric in Books
Jan 12, 2018
[Beth Revis] does it again with [The Body Electric]. In this futuristic world things are not always what they may seem. Ella is miserable due to the death of her father and the impending death of her mother. She just wants to be happy and make her mother happy. Unfortunately there are dark secrets hidden that will turn her world upside down.
If you have been wise enough to read the [Across the Universe] trilogy (and if you haven't you should, NOW) you will recognize the wonderful writing style and storytelling as well as references to Godspeed. [Revis] imagines a dark yet hopeful future. She does a magnificent job of showing both the good and evil of the human spirit.
If you have been wise enough to read the [Across the Universe] trilogy (and if you haven't you should, NOW) you will recognize the wonderful writing style and storytelling as well as references to Godspeed. [Revis] imagines a dark yet hopeful future. She does a magnificent job of showing both the good and evil of the human spirit.
Suswatibasu (1703 KP) rated Force of Nature in Books
Mar 17, 2018
Slow burner, slightly disappointing
As a fan of Jane Harper's debut novel @The Dry, this definitely felt like a sub-par sequel. Detective Aaron Falks returns with another case in the Australian wilderness, this time following the disappearance of a woman who went on a work retreat in the outback but never came back.
Four of the women who went with her all have motives to want to see her gone, so Falks attempts to understand what secrets she may have had about them.
The story, as described, felt underwhelming even though I appreciate the straightforward simplicity of Harper's writing. There is no massive conspiracy similar to the first but it may have lacked too much in this instance.
Four of the women who went with her all have motives to want to see her gone, so Falks attempts to understand what secrets she may have had about them.
The story, as described, felt underwhelming even though I appreciate the straightforward simplicity of Harper's writing. There is no massive conspiracy similar to the first but it may have lacked too much in this instance.
The Marinated Meeple (1853 KP) rated American Gods - Season 1 in TV
Feb 13, 2018
Acting (1 more)
premise
I was hoping for so much more, yet it delivered, but not what it could've.
I read the book a while back, and had forgotten enough of it for this to feel new. But although it was pretty and gritty the way it should be, it was missing something that I can't put my finger on. The scenes were confusing on purpose, so you didn't really understand what's going on the way the lead charecter didn't. I think it would have been much better if you'd been let in on the secrets earlier on, and got to see the whole thing unfold. instead you have to watch it again to really get it, and by that point you really don't want to revisit it.
Hanz (9 KP) rated Red Billabong (2016) in Movies
Jun 27, 2018 (Updated Jun 27, 2018)
What a crapper
So came across this on youtube and thought id give it a go was crap but i watched untill the end.
Out in the Australian Outback, two brothers discover old secrets and family lies when their grandfather’s property is passed onto them. When a developer shows interest in taking the property off their hands for a really big sum of money, Tristan wants to sell up, but Nick is concerned about a warning from grandad’s friend, Mr. Garvey.
Tristan invites some of his friends and drug dealer for a party in thier new home. As both brothers are taken separate ways by different situations its clear somethings living in the billabong and eating them all.
Out in the Australian Outback, two brothers discover old secrets and family lies when their grandfather’s property is passed onto them. When a developer shows interest in taking the property off their hands for a really big sum of money, Tristan wants to sell up, but Nick is concerned about a warning from grandad’s friend, Mr. Garvey.
Tristan invites some of his friends and drug dealer for a party in thier new home. As both brothers are taken separate ways by different situations its clear somethings living in the billabong and eating them all.
This is a fine debut novel from the TV host. A body is unearthed in a small Irish village and PJ Collins, the local policeman, must dig through the characters’ past to find the killer. This is an exciting plot set against the humdrum of village life. The characters are believable in their mundanity, the tone of their conversation, peppered with occasional profanity, secrets and gossip, is a joy to read. The story is told with observational wit and flair but doesn’t rely too much on overplaying the Irish accent when reading. If you’re a fan of the author, I highly recommend listening to the audio version that’s available as Norton’s narration brings the characters to life, full of lilt and accent.
Milleen (47 KP) rated You Me Everything in Books
Nov 14, 2018 (Updated Nov 14, 2018)
Anyone who needs a dose of warm sunshine will enjoy this novel set over a long hot summer in the French countryside. Jess and her ten-year-old son William set off to spend a summer in a chateau restored by Adam, his father and Jess' ex-partner. Jess wants William and Adam to form a closer bond and finds herself impressed with Adam's successful hotel venture. Friends arrive and the summer rolls on, secrets and stories unfold. This novel emerges you in the lavender scented warmth of France, the dynamics of family, old friends and new acquaintances and heart wrenching decisions. Isaac' scharacters are believable and pull you into their world. This could be equally appreciated on a sun-lounger or curled up by the fire.
Sonofdel (6291 KP) rated Small Town Crime (2017) in Movies
Dec 1, 2018
An ex-cop seeking redemption
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When an ex-cop who is thrown of the force for being drunk on duty when his partner is killed in a shootout, he seeks a way to redeem himself. Finding a woman who has been badly battered and beaten and left for dead he attempts to save her and takes her to the hospital. After she dies he takes it upon himself to find the killer. His journey takes him to seedier parts of his own town and he meets and deals with characters that hide dark secrets. In the end he must decide on his ambition or his family. What follows is a nice pacy thriller with a few twists and turns.
Shane Crick (5 KP) rated The Eyes of Death in Books
Dec 10, 2018
An entertaining read that will keep your mind racing, trying to figure out whom the Fawn Island killer really Is. You'll engage In the adventures, mishaps, and mayhem that occurs through Stephen Hall's quest of Interviewing and getting to better know the Fawn Island residents. Along with figuring out If Kimball's death was a true accident or pure murder. No one Is as they seem upon Fawn Island and this leads to new Insights, hidden secrets, and the hunt for a killer. Get entwined with a varied cast of characters that will engulf you Into the story and keep you turning the pages until the very end. If your an Agatha Christie fan, this will definitely be a treat for you to enjoy from this author.
Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated Hidden Fire (Elemental Mysteries #1) in Books
Apr 13, 2020
A phone call from an old friend sets Dr. Giovanni Vecchio back on the path of a mysterious manuscript he's hunted for over five hundred years. He never expected a young student librarian could be the key to unlock its secrets, nor could he have predicted the danger she would attract.
Now he and Beatrice De Novo follow a twisted maze that leads from the archives of a university library, though the fires of Renaissance Florence, and toward a confrontation hundreds of years in the making.
I really enjoyed reading this! Loved the discovery of witches vibe I got. The characters are brilliant I loved them all.it flowed easy enough and I didn't want to put it down. Look forward to book 2.
Now he and Beatrice De Novo follow a twisted maze that leads from the archives of a university library, though the fires of Renaissance Florence, and toward a confrontation hundreds of years in the making.
I really enjoyed reading this! Loved the discovery of witches vibe I got. The characters are brilliant I loved them all.it flowed easy enough and I didn't want to put it down. Look forward to book 2.
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Geometry Dash is back with a brand new adventure! New levels, new music, new monsters, new...