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David McK (3425 KP) rated Blood of Elves in Books
Oct 7, 2019
This is the first full-length Witcher novel, which I read after both the collection of short stories contained with The Last Wish and Sword of Destiny
This is the novel that inspired the video game of the same name, and the upcoming (as of time of writing) Netflix adaptation, with Geralt - as the novel starts - already having taken guardianship of Ciri, and having a history with Yennefer as war begins to brew between the 'elder' races and mankind.
I think I will read some more of these to see where the story goes, although - at the moment - I think I may take a break from this particular genre of novel, having read a few of that genre in relatively close succession.
This is the novel that inspired the video game of the same name, and the upcoming (as of time of writing) Netflix adaptation, with Geralt - as the novel starts - already having taken guardianship of Ciri, and having a history with Yennefer as war begins to brew between the 'elder' races and mankind.
I think I will read some more of these to see where the story goes, although - at the moment - I think I may take a break from this particular genre of novel, having read a few of that genre in relatively close succession.
graveyardgremlin (7194 KP) rated Bloodthirsty in Books
Feb 15, 2019
Just when I thought I didn't have any more patience for Young Adult fiction, along comes this book. A book so funny, so sweet, so true that it has made me give the genre another chance. The main character, Finbar Frame, is absolutely endearing in all his geekiness and attempts at being cool by becoming a vampire. The plot is simple and it's no surprise where the story goes or how it ends, but it is Finbar himself that makes the book a delight to read. <u><b>Bloodthirsty</b></u> is a very short and easy read that was most enjoyable.
Michael James William Wells (1 KP) rated Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde in Books
Mar 5, 2020
Everyone knows the basics of this story. In my opinion it is worth reading this story your self as although is it is only a short story there is a lot insight in human nature and it's duality. Once I had finished this book it left me think more about the duality of our nature.
This book's was written in the 1880's but it is well worth the read I would not recommend it for younger read as they may not have the patience with a book of this age
This book's was written in the 1880's but it is well worth the read I would not recommend it for younger read as they may not have the patience with a book of this age
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Neutral (Curse of the Gods #4.5) in Books
Jan 7, 2021
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I did enjoy this short that showed us things from Emmy and Cyrus's POV's after the events of the last book. I liked that Cyrus has finally met his match in Emmy and that they're now together.
Pica still made me smile like an idiot despite her actions now being a little on the more deadly side of things.
And Willa's personality still showed through despite her not being the lead in this one. It was quite fun to read her from the perspective of others.
Off to read Pain, the last book in the series.
Pica still made me smile like an idiot despite her actions now being a little on the more deadly side of things.
And Willa's personality still showed through despite her not being the lead in this one. It was quite fun to read her from the perspective of others.
Off to read Pain, the last book in the series.
ClareR (5726 KP) rated My Man Jeeves in Books
Sep 8, 2020
My Man Jeeves is the first book I’ve read by P. G. Wodehouse, and I very much enjoyed it. They were very amusing stories, and there were lots of laugh out loud moments. They had a cartoonish quality to them, and it was as if the characters came from another world entirely - perhaps that’s just what it was like for the aristocracy at this time 🤷🏼♀️
I had avoided Wodehouse, thinking that he didn’t write ‘my kind of books’. How wrong I was!
Many thanks to The Pigeonhole for giving me the chance to read these short stories.
I had avoided Wodehouse, thinking that he didn’t write ‘my kind of books’. How wrong I was!
Many thanks to The Pigeonhole for giving me the chance to read these short stories.
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated The Maze Runner in Books
Sep 5, 2019
Once I put my other books aside and concentrated on this I found it a really easy read; the chapters are short and there is always something to keep you interested.
I really enjoyed it.
I think without that Epilogue, it could have been a stand alone story but because of it, I understand more about it being a trilogy. I believed that end bit! I was feeling quite happy and relieved for the Gladers. More fool me!
I have the second and third book but I'm not going to read them just yet, maybe when I get back off holiday
I really enjoyed it.
I think without that Epilogue, it could have been a stand alone story but because of it, I understand more about it being a trilogy. I believed that end bit! I was feeling quite happy and relieved for the Gladers. More fool me!
I have the second and third book but I'm not going to read them just yet, maybe when I get back off holiday
InfernalNinja (49 KP) rated Marvel Studios: The Making of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Books
Nov 20, 2021
Lots of BTS anectodes from key people (1 more)
Talks about key problems that needed solved during each phase
As excited as I was for an "Art of the movies" book(retroactively, maybe I should've read the synopsis more carefully.),this is NOT that book. However, it still hosts a treasure trove of knowledge once you accept that. It's still super fascinating to read all about the creation of an interconnected movie franchise, because rather you love or hate Marvel movies, there's just no denying that what they've accomplished is nothing short of magic.
The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine
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From the jungles of the trading floor to the casinos of Las Vegas, The Big Short, Michael Lewis's...
Shaun Collins (3 KP) rated Doctor Who: Twelve Doctors of Christmas in Books
Jan 12, 2018
A fun and whimsical collection of short stories featuring each of the Doctors and set at Christmas time. Of course, some of the stories by the various artists are better than others, but there was only one that I felt was not up to the same quality as the others (the second Doctor story) and yet it was still enjoyable. A great, read for the holidays. Full review coming at www.travelingthevortex.com
Auburn (57 KP) rated Rules of Summer (Rules of Summer, #1) in Books
Apr 10, 2019
Gossip girl but in the Hamptons and the girl is the neice of the housekeeper.
I thought this would have more romance but mostly it is teenage angst, stuck up rich people, and two girls who become friends after some pretty weird stuff happens. It was a short read that was perfect for just having around but honestly I don't think I would pick it up ever again.
I thought this would have more romance but mostly it is teenage angst, stuck up rich people, and two girls who become friends after some pretty weird stuff happens. It was a short read that was perfect for just having around but honestly I don't think I would pick it up ever again.