Lindsay (1812 KP) rated More Than a Soldier in Books
Sep 7, 2017
We get to follow Angelo and struggles through the military. We see how the Germans treat their prisoners and how rough life was behind enemy lines. The Germans are taking their prisoner through some extreme things.
The author did a wonderfully great job. With this being more of a Nonfiction book, It really told the story on each and every page. It was well written. Does the 1st Battalion survive or is Angelo the only survivor? You will want to read the book. You do get a somewhat of a tour of Italy.
Perfect French Country: Inspirational Interiors from Rural France
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End Play (Major Crimes Unit #3)
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Sarah (7800 KP) rated Collateral Beauty (2016) in Movies
Jan 3, 2018
The premise is interesting (although obviously not something you can imagine happening in real life) and it has a fantastic cast. Will Smith does okay although I'm not sure if he was quite as good as id expected. Whenever he isn't on screen, the film almost takes on a lighthearted feel which is good as otherwise it'd be too overwhelmingly depressing. I found the ending a little odd though and I'm not sure the reveal had quite the impact that was intended. I'm also not too keen on the phrase "collateral beauty" - it doesn't quite roll off your tongue and because of this when it's featured in the film itself, to me it didn't come across as meaningful as intended.
Sarah (7800 KP) rated How to Stop Time in Books
Jun 16, 2018
Don't get me wrong, it's a great idea for a story and it's done fairly well. Tom is a loveable main character (even if the surname of Hazard is just silly) and the book keeps you interested and reading throughout. The problem is that despite trying hard, there isn't enough threat or intrigue or real danger to really hook you completely. It tries, but its more of a weak effort and the ending comes rather abruptly without warning and without any real satisfaction. Its a shame as the rest of the story is very good, and it hasn't put me off reading any of Matt Haig's other books, as he is a promising author.
Emma @ The Movies (1786 KP) rated Wildling (2018) in Movies
Sep 25, 2019
Not quite as horror as I was expecting, the fantasy nature of this one made it much more enjoyable.
A good story with a nice progression to it. It was nice to see Liv Tyler in something after what seems like such a long time. I was also pleased to see Brad Dourif, he's the face you always see in things, and he's always just a little creepy.
The audio effects were good in this one, the extra little grumbles and noises as she's becoming less human, and the enhanced hearing. Each bit comes together to add something to the scenes. I didn't feel like the visual effects quite met up to their standards though.
Still though, this was an enjoyable watch, and although there were some predictable bits everything was genuinely entertaining.
The Devil You Know
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Up until yesterday I knew who I was. Up until yesterday my life wasn't a lie. Rosa Fisher is the...
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Merissa (14068 KP) rated Angel 6.0: Concubine (Angel 6.0 #1) in Books
May 31, 2023
Her life is good until the day The Gran board the station, earlier than expected, and sees her. They decide that they will have her and the story takes off very quickly. Above all, Angel is a survivor and she will do whatever it takes to make sure that she does. Facing sorrow, loss and fear, she comes out fighting.
The first instalment of this sci-fi erotica series starts with a bang and is brilliant reading from start to finish. Definitely recommended for a short, hot read.
* I received this book from the author in return for a fair and honest review. *
Merissa
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