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Kristin (149 KP) rated Concealed in the Shadows in Books
Dec 7, 2018
Disclaimer: I received an e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Sydney's been waiting for her 18th birthday for a long time. It's a special day for her, as it's the day she can apply for guardianship of her sister. The world's different from how we know it after Congress separated the nation and laid down the law on population growth, and all Sydney wants is to reunite with her sister and hopefully escape from Miles County. However, as always happens, there's a kink in the plan, and things go awry fairly quickly for poor Sydney. How will she handle all the new information being thrown at her? What will become of her and her sister? And what is she to do about these strange new feelings for a man she barely knows?
First things first: This cover just grabbed me from the very start. I felt like her eyes were seeing right through me, and I couldn't wait to read about the person depicted in the picture. Sydney's a strong young woman, having been through more in her 18 years than most people see and endure in a couple lifetimes. However, she's done it all to help her sister Evvie survive in this world, and now she's fighting to be her sole guardian. The relationship between the two, and the way the bond is described that Sydney has for Evvie, was a very palpable thing. I could just sit back and picture the two going through life, Sydney always a couple steps ahead, checking to make sure everything was perfect for her little sister. But, the world is a much different place, and Sydney soon learns that things aren't always what they seem. I might consider this book somewhat dystopian, rather similar to Hunger Games, in that it's a futuristic setting (although not too distant) where the government has seized control and divided the nation into much smaller, easier-to-manage portions. It's a very intriguing premise, and I'm anxious to see what happens next for Sydney and Evvie.
4 1/2 stars
Sydney's been waiting for her 18th birthday for a long time. It's a special day for her, as it's the day she can apply for guardianship of her sister. The world's different from how we know it after Congress separated the nation and laid down the law on population growth, and all Sydney wants is to reunite with her sister and hopefully escape from Miles County. However, as always happens, there's a kink in the plan, and things go awry fairly quickly for poor Sydney. How will she handle all the new information being thrown at her? What will become of her and her sister? And what is she to do about these strange new feelings for a man she barely knows?
First things first: This cover just grabbed me from the very start. I felt like her eyes were seeing right through me, and I couldn't wait to read about the person depicted in the picture. Sydney's a strong young woman, having been through more in her 18 years than most people see and endure in a couple lifetimes. However, she's done it all to help her sister Evvie survive in this world, and now she's fighting to be her sole guardian. The relationship between the two, and the way the bond is described that Sydney has for Evvie, was a very palpable thing. I could just sit back and picture the two going through life, Sydney always a couple steps ahead, checking to make sure everything was perfect for her little sister. But, the world is a much different place, and Sydney soon learns that things aren't always what they seem. I might consider this book somewhat dystopian, rather similar to Hunger Games, in that it's a futuristic setting (although not too distant) where the government has seized control and divided the nation into much smaller, easier-to-manage portions. It's a very intriguing premise, and I'm anxious to see what happens next for Sydney and Evvie.
4 1/2 stars
Ross (3284 KP) rated Deadline (Newsflesh Trilogy #2) in Books
Sep 4, 2017
Not as enjoyable as the first book in the series. The PoV is now with Shaun, a much more irritating, geeky protagonist than his sister. There is a conspiracy running through the plot, which is exposed very slowly over far too many pages. Again, the action scenes are quite exciting but they fit into an overall piece which is somewhat disappointing.
ALilLacey (2 KP) rated Edenbrooke (Edenbrooke, #1) in Books
Mar 4, 2019
Yes, a proper romance. A great romance that's clean! Marianne wants to see more of life rather than what she's gone through in the past year after losing her mother and her father needing time away. An invitation to Edenbrooke to be with her twin sister and the family of Edenbrooke brings more than expected including a dashing young man.
Evelyn Kelly (21 KP) rated Black Panther (2018) in Movies
May 19, 2019
Unexpected
To be honest I went to see this not expecting much and I was blown away!
It is so good, such a surprise. All the characters are well formulated and played so well.
My favourite character is Black Panther's sister, Suri. She's funny but incredibly intelligent.
Perfect for any marvel fans but strong enough to stand alone.
It is so good, such a surprise. All the characters are well formulated and played so well.
My favourite character is Black Panther's sister, Suri. She's funny but incredibly intelligent.
Perfect for any marvel fans but strong enough to stand alone.
You can play with your friends really easily and it’s a fun time waster for when boredom strikes. (1 more)
Lots of different games to choose from
Sadly not all games work if you’re using a mobile (1 more)
My little sister spends around 40 a month on this game for add and game money etc I think that speaks for itself ?
Quite Fun
Dawn Marie (22 KP) rated Anne of Green Gables in Books
Jan 26, 2018
My absolute favorite book and book series. I first read this book when I was about 12 and fell in love with all the characters and avonlea. Anne an orphan girl goes to live with a brother and sister marilla and Matthew Cuthbert and it is all about Anne's adventures in her new home and the trials and tribulations of growing up.
Kristy H (1252 KP) rated How to Talk to a Widower in Books
Feb 13, 2018
A slightly fantastical but nevertheless enjoyable story about Doug Parker, a man whose older wife passes away unexpectedly in a plane crash. The novel chronicles Doug coming to terms with his grief, including dealing with his troubled teenage stepson and his equally troubled twin sister, Claire. The plot is a bit much at times, but it's still a rather honest and quick read.
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