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Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Cell in Books

Jan 12, 2018  
Cell
Cell
Stephen King | 2006 | Horror, Science Fiction/Fantasy
6
8.0 (29 Ratings)
Book Rating
Have you every found yourself refering to people who have their face buried in their cell phones as zombies? Stephen King took it a step further and made the cell phones turn them into killing monsters at a single pulse through the phone. As a middle school teacher this though terrifies me, I would never get out alive.

It is an interesting twist on the zombie/apocalyptic theme that seems to make a social commentary as well. The characters are typical Stephen King so they are developed but not complex. There is a certain amout of familiar predictability. I was quite disappointed by the ending though. Still it is a good beach read.
  
Solar Bones
Solar Bones
Mike McCormack | 2016 | Fiction & Poetry
5
6.5 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
Slightly predictable giant ramble
Let me just begin by saying there isn't a single full stop in the entire book. That's right. And that's not hyperbole. So reading this gave me a slight headache because you don't know when a thought begins or ends. I struggle to see how this was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize this year. It's about a man who literally goes through his life, all the trials and tribulations. Until the end, you can't see the bigger picture in which you understand to a certain extent about why it is a giant rant. It is interesting at times, but the emphasis on engineering was slightly boring. The best pages are right at the end.
  
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b.Young (97 KP) rated Creeker by Ryan Upchurch in Music

May 2, 2018  
Creeker by Ryan Upchurch
Creeker by Ryan Upchurch
2018 | Rock
10
9.0 (2 Ratings)
Album Rating
Every. Single. Song. (0 more)
One great song after another!!!
Ryan Upchurch is a Rap Country artist with amazing talent!
He can literally perform every genre. While typically known for his Rap Country hits, he decided to branch out and explore the Grunge/Rock genre and has turned the genre on it's ear.

This album dropped 4/20/2018 and, in less than an hour, was sitting pretty at #3 on the US iTunes Rock charts!
Within 3 days, it was sitting in the Top 10 iTunes Rock charts in Australia and Canada.
As of last week, it was Trending in iTunes at #3, whilst Cardi B sat at #7.
Everyone needs to check this guy out!
  
I really enjoy Steve Harvey as a comedian, but this book just didn't do it for me. Maybe the book would have been helpful when I was still dating but now that I am in a relationship the advise seemed obvious. Even if I was still dating I think most of his advise is common knowledge on how to conduct yourself as a lady but I guess some people need help in that area. The first chapter was the most helpful for me. After that I just read to finish the book. I really wouldn't recommend this book to anyone I know,but it could be helpful to some single women out there.
  
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Akward (448 KP) rated The Pursuit of Happiness in Tabletop Games

Feb 6, 2019 (Updated Feb 8, 2019)  
The Pursuit of Happiness
The Pursuit of Happiness
2015 | Economic
The theme is fun and nostolgic (2 more)
Gameplay is enjoyable
Difficult to master
Takes a long time (2 more)
Basically single player
Difficult to teach
Life for Adults
This is the spirtual successor to The Game of Life. Unlike Life, you have choices. You choose a career, parterner, hobbies, and interests. Your job is to manage the finite time that humans have to harness the maximum possible happiness. Maybe you do that with a parter, who makes you happy, but takes your time? Maybe you forget about friends and family and pursue the maximum possible posessions.

If you can handle the steep learning curve and long game times, this is a fun deviation from the standard board game theme.
  
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The Marinated Meeple (1853 KP) Feb 20, 2019

I still really want to try this game..... I might just have to break down and buy it without playing it first...

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Connie (244 KP) Feb 20, 2019

You might you might be able to find a board game place where you can play it without purchasing it first. In Plymouth there’s a shop that specializes in games—you just rent the “time” to play them.

The cover picture for this book caught my eye while I was browsing for patterns to stash bust/single skein patterns, as it's a very simple pattern that can be worked up in any colourway and modified in countless ways.

I decided to get the book as part of my Scribd subscription, to browse the patterns while I got on with my cushion.

While a lot of the patterns are very pretty and some I would consider making, so many of them are freely available on the internet, with much more in-depth guidance for a beginner. I was a little disappointed that there weren't more original patterns from the writers, rather than so many "generic" crochet patterns.
  
The Theory of Everything (2014)
The Theory of Everything (2014)
2014 | Drama
Beautiful Acting (0 more)
Absolutely Heartwarming
An absolutely heartwarming tale of true love and what it really means to stand by someone through thick and thin. They've managed to successfully portray not only the degeneration of this illness but also the emotion that comes with it from not only the single individual but all those around them. It was tormenting watching the illness take over his life and prevent him from accomplishing everything he wanted, the acting was also perfect as he portrayed this torment and anguish beautifully. Slowly as he was broken down we all watched him grow stronger and more resilient as this is a true tale of overcoming the hardest of obstacles.
  
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Sam (228 KP) rated RED (2010) in Movies

Mar 3, 2019  
RED (2010)
RED (2010)
2010 | Action, Adventure, Comedy
9
7.9 (45 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Jaw Dropping Humor (3 more)
Action Packed Fun
Great Acting
Wonderful Script
A Perfect Balance of Action and Humor
This is a movie I will never get sick of watching. Along with being absolutely hilarious this movie offers hilarious commentary passed between action sequences. For an action movie the plotline is extremely complete and thought out, for this reason alone the movie is good but they take it a step further than even that. The humor is well packed in and the characters are not only memorable but unique as well. There's nothing I love more than a truly unique, never before seen film and there is not a single movie out there that comes close to this.
  
FYM (ft. Wiz Khalifa) - Single by Elohim
FYM (ft. Wiz Khalifa) - Single by Elohim
2019
7
7.0 (1 Ratings)
Album Rating
Elohim is an artist and producer based in Los Angeles, California. Not too long ago, she released a new version of her “F*ck Your Money” single, entitled, “FYM (Rock Mafia Remix)”, featuring rapper Wiz Khalifa.

‘FYM (Rock Mafia Remix)’ contains a relatable storyline, harmonious vocals, and lush instrumentation flavored with electro-pop and hip-hop elements.

The likable tune follows last week’s release of Elohim’s new EP, entitled, “BRAINDEAD”.

The 7-track project explores Elohim’s courageous struggle with mental health, a centerpiece of her artistry and songwriting since day one.

The release of “BRAINDEAD” is timed with the month of May in support of Mental Health Awareness Month.

https://www.bongminesentertainment.com/elohim-fym-wiz-khalifa/
  
Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus
John Gray | 2002 | Health & Fitness
9
6.6 (5 Ratings)
Book Rating
It is very well organized, and covers every important aspect of a relationship (2 more)
It is simultaneously rational, but filled with hope.
Relevant and applicable to every situation
This book got me through the worst breakup of my life
"I simply cannot recommend this book enough. It is a 'self-help' psychology book I suppose, but it is so much more than that. It is funny, witty, and more than anything: helpful. Whether you are in a relationship (happy or struggling), or recently single, this book will help you learn things about yourself you've never known. I hope this helps you our with 'your favorite Martian,' or 'your favorite Venusian.'" -from my Bookstagram account, rorythereader