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Trish (4 KP) rated One More Thing: Stories and Other Stories in Books
Feb 8, 2018
I'm not normally a short story reader. I chose this because I thought it would be a funny read that would work well as an audiobook. plus, I was swayed by the "guest" readers on the audiobook.
Not only did it make me laugh but it made me think! Some of the stories were very thought-provoking, which surprised me. I enjoyed it. A few of the stories dragged on and on. My favorites were those that came abruptly to an end. They made me laugh and pause to think, instead of spelling it all out.
I was not. B.J.Novak fan from television really so I wasn't predisposed to like this book. It was just enjoyable.
Not only did it make me laugh but it made me think! Some of the stories were very thought-provoking, which surprised me. I enjoyed it. A few of the stories dragged on and on. My favorites were those that came abruptly to an end. They made me laugh and pause to think, instead of spelling it all out.
I was not. B.J.Novak fan from television really so I wasn't predisposed to like this book. It was just enjoyable.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2310 KP) rated Chesapeake Crimes: Homicidal Holidays in Books
Mar 9, 2018
This collection of short stories focuses on various holidays. Yes, the majority are Halloween and Christmas, but you also get a few fun days like Groundhog Day and Talk Like a Pirate Day.
There were several stories about a woman getting revenge on a man, and those really bothered me since that kind of justice doesn’t appeal to me. However, the majority of the stories were fun with decent characters and good plots. The variety in stories and holidays makes this a book worth checking out.
NOTE: I was sent an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/10/book-review-chesapeake-crimes-homicidal.html">Carstairs Considers</>.
There were several stories about a woman getting revenge on a man, and those really bothered me since that kind of justice doesn’t appeal to me. However, the majority of the stories were fun with decent characters and good plots. The variety in stories and holidays makes this a book worth checking out.
NOTE: I was sent an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/10/book-review-chesapeake-crimes-homicidal.html">Carstairs Considers</>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2310 KP) rated Fairest of All (Whatever After, #1) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Abby and her brother Jonah make a shocking discovery when the mirror in the basement of their new house sucks them through and they find themselves in the woods. When they keep Snow White from eating the poisoned apple, they must find a way to fix her story and make it home.
This was a short but delightful story that anyone looking for an early chapter book will appreciate. A twist or two along the way even surprised me. I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.
I won this book in a contest.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/02/book-review-fairest-of-all-by-saran.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
This was a short but delightful story that anyone looking for an early chapter book will appreciate. A twist or two along the way even surprised me. I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.
I won this book in a contest.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/02/book-review-fairest-of-all-by-saran.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Caffeinated Fae (464 KP) rated His Risk to Take (Line of Duty, #2) in Books
Jul 12, 2018
This was a guilty pleasure book for me. I really enjoyed it. The Hero was... well... he was a dirty mouthed, pained, sexy, troubled, and all around alpha male. I liked the banter between the characters and I liked that both characters were damaged.
This was a short novel so I didn't get the character development that I would have liked. I liked that there was still some depth to the characters, not enough, but enough for you to understand their motives.
All in all, this was an extremely quick and easy read. If you're looking for an easy smut novel with a dirty mouthed alpha male, this is the book for you.
This was a short novel so I didn't get the character development that I would have liked. I liked that there was still some depth to the characters, not enough, but enough for you to understand their motives.
All in all, this was an extremely quick and easy read. If you're looking for an easy smut novel with a dirty mouthed alpha male, this is the book for you.
David McK (3540 KP) rated Life of Pi in Books
Jan 28, 2019
I actually downloaded this as part of Apples iTunes 12 days the year before last (2010), but only got round to reading it recently when I saw the trailer for the movie, and realized it was still outstanding. I'm going to sum up my impression in 5 words: "I wish I hadn't bothered".
The reason for that is not so much in the style of writing (first person, flows well enough) but simply that nothing seems to happen for the entire book - it never gripped me; never made me want to read just another chapter to see what would happen next. In short, I found it to be lacking any kind of grip at all.
The reason for that is not so much in the style of writing (first person, flows well enough) but simply that nothing seems to happen for the entire book - it never gripped me; never made me want to read just another chapter to see what would happen next. In short, I found it to be lacking any kind of grip at all.
David McK (3540 KP) rated The Philip K. Dick Megapack (R): 15 Classic Science Fiction Stories in Books
Jan 30, 2019
While the name may not be all that well-known, Philip K Dick was (IMO) actually one of the most influential of 20th century sci-fi authors, responsible for the stories that led to movies the likes of 'Total Recall', 'Blade Runner', 'Minority Report', 'The Adjustment Bureau' and 'Screamers'.
In fact, the idea for that last one ('Screamers') itself is one of the short stories in this anthology in 'Second Variety': I think it's about #6 in the anthology.
If you read that story, and if you've seen the film, you'll definitely make the connection!
Of the rest of the stories, some are better than others, but all are entertaining and even (occasionally) thought provoking.
In fact, the idea for that last one ('Screamers') itself is one of the short stories in this anthology in 'Second Variety': I think it's about #6 in the anthology.
If you read that story, and if you've seen the film, you'll definitely make the connection!
Of the rest of the stories, some are better than others, but all are entertaining and even (occasionally) thought provoking.
Sarah (7799 KP) rated Roar: A Story for Every Woman in Books
Nov 29, 2019
Engaging and fairly motivational
This is a great book to read if you want something quick and easy, with short stories that are engaging without requiring a lot of effort. The majority of the stories are motivational, as they feature women in a variety of situations that pretty much all of us will have experienced at some point during our lives. The stories for the most part also feature a decent and moving message and are very well written. I did find some of the stories to be a little cliched and maybe a little condescending in the message they were trying to get across, but these were the exception and the majority of stories were enjoyable and motivating.
AT (1676 KP) rated Night Theater in Books
Mar 6, 2020
To say that I "liked" the story is probably not the best word to use, considering the story. I did like it, for lack of a better term at the moment. It's magical, morbid, sometimes funny, and it definitely makes you think. I enjoyed the originality of the story. I don't want to give any spoilers, but I will say that I wasn't sure what would happen for sure until the end. Night Theater was a short read, but definitely an interesting one. I wasn't sure that I'd like it at first, but there was no reason to put it down. I'm glad I happened to run across this book by chance.
AJaneClark (3975 KP) rated Twins For The Billionaire in Books
Mar 7, 2020
Sofia Bingham needs a job, and working for her childhood friend and tycoon, Eric Jenner, is the perfect solution. But Eric is grown up now and tempting as hell! When attraction turns into an unforgettable night of passion, Sofia wants to go back to business. But Eric is determined to convince her he’s playing for keeps…
This book fits into the standard “m&b” mould... will they, won’t they, they did... fall in love, fight, get married...
well written, and surprisingly focusing more on the feelings of Eric, and what he wants out of life, it followed the pattern, and ended with a happily ever after. Okay short read, but didn’t blow my mind.
This book fits into the standard “m&b” mould... will they, won’t they, they did... fall in love, fight, get married...
well written, and surprisingly focusing more on the feelings of Eric, and what he wants out of life, it followed the pattern, and ended with a happily ever after. Okay short read, but didn’t blow my mind.
The Soul of the Marionette: A Short Enquiry into Human Freedom
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