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Cursed by Thomas Wheeler
adventurous
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Masterful writing, only that I wish it progressed a little faster.
Resident Evil: Extinction by Keith R.A. DeCandido, Paul W.S. Anderson
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
✨ 4/5 ✨
Iconic shit. I love the fact that, although Jill wasn't in the movie itself, we know what happens to her in this novelization. It's truly a delight to see her being the badass woman that she is. And still, Carlos-Alice is a ship I will take to my grave.
Iconic shit. I love the fact that, although Jill wasn't in the movie itself, we know what happens to her in this novelization. It's truly a delight to see her being the badass woman that she is. And still, Carlos-Alice is a ship I will take to my grave.
Resident Evil: Apocalypse by Keith R.A. DeCandido
adventurous
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
✨4/5✨
Although a phenomenal novelization, there are some things that I would rather change about this book. But it was great, very in-character for our heroes.
Although a phenomenal novelization, there are some things that I would rather change about this book. But it was great, very in-character for our heroes.
The Gold Hunter: The Goldfinder Series, Book One by Philip Atlas Clausen
5.0
When I first saw this book, I was thinking that this would be a great find. It had always been a passion of mine, you see, to read stories rooted in history or set in a timeline from far back. Although, yes, some delays were made during my time reading this, but I never forgot about it.
It is such an interesting book, as in the previous books I've read there wasn't really a POV of the falcon, and it was a change that I found very refreshing. The book will show people some things that mirrored the life of those that lived during the period of the Gold Rush. As a non-American person who only learned glimpses about the history of North America, it is somewhat essential to me to learn these information, as I am very interested in the history of different countries. Everything - from the symbolism to clever storyline to that Falcon POV that was incorporated in the book - was really worth the read. While I am not much for reading a scenes that are surprising and violent, I think that this was one that really caught my attention, in which I as a reader could disregard those as I know that they play a role into the story. It tells us a sad reality of the cruel things that were done to the Native American tribes, which reflects on the reality that some of our brothers and sisters are facing today. An oppression that is shocking to reveal to the world, but essential in order to progress and not make the same mistakes as before. I feel that this was what made the book more impactful to me, because I am now witnessing a reality where atrocious cruelties are committed to fellow human beings - not only because of greed, but because of fear and judgment and so many more reasons. It is, therefore, in my opinion, relevant to the situation of the society nowadays.
P. S.: I got a free copy of this ebook from the Booktasters reading program in Twitter. Check them out at: @Booktasters.
It is such an interesting book, as in the previous books I've read there wasn't really a POV of the falcon, and it was a change that I found very refreshing. The book will show people some things that mirrored the life of those that lived during the period of the Gold Rush. As a non-American person who only learned glimpses about the history of North America, it is somewhat essential to me to learn these information, as I am very interested in the history of different countries. Everything - from the symbolism to clever storyline to that Falcon POV that was incorporated in the book - was really worth the read. While I am not much for reading a scenes that are surprising and violent, I think that this was one that really caught my attention, in which I as a reader could disregard those as I know that they play a role into the story. It tells us a sad reality of the cruel things that were done to the Native American tribes, which reflects on the reality that some of our brothers and sisters are facing today. An oppression that is shocking to reveal to the world, but essential in order to progress and not make the same mistakes as before. I feel that this was what made the book more impactful to me, because I am now witnessing a reality where atrocious cruelties are committed to fellow human beings - not only because of greed, but because of fear and judgment and so many more reasons. It is, therefore, in my opinion, relevant to the situation of the society nowadays.
P. S.: I got a free copy of this ebook from the Booktasters reading program in Twitter. Check them out at: @Booktasters.
Debt of Bones by Terry Goodkind
4.0
A great and quick read, it shows a glimpse into the past of the Wizard of the First Order, Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander. It helps us understand him better in terms of how he is a caring father and a merciful man.
It portrays a reality of how a mother's love is, and portrays a brave selflessness in spite of many difficulties. It's beautiful.
There are, indeed, many things to learn from "Debt Of Bones."
It portrays a reality of how a mother's love is, and portrays a brave selflessness in spite of many difficulties. It's beautiful.
There are, indeed, many things to learn from "Debt Of Bones."
Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving
4.0
Quite a quick and fun read! I love the mystery that surrounds the tale, and it makes me wonder whether or not it is actually true.
In the Beginning by John J. Higgins
5.0
This book is one of the best that I have read in my entire life. I haven't seen this concept before with Historical Fiction and it was entirely new to me, so I got hooked in pretty quickly. It was very intriguing for me to see how these characters interacted with each other, to see what they would do next, even if you are familiar with the whole story of the rebellion, Lilith/Lillith, Adam, Eve. It was interesting to see the author make it his own while also making those an integral part of the story.
It was also a plus that, during some points, I couldn't help but feel for Luciferael. It was maybe because I saw some parts of myself in him and we have things in common (like being the first born, for example). He's certainly one of the characters that you just can love and hate at the same time.
If you dig deeper, you also see the relevance of the story to the modern world. You see a reflection of how love is. You see a reflection of how people could be willing to give up those they love the most. One of the important parts of the story reflects the saying that "Experience is the best teacher" because Adam and Eve had to learn from their own mistakes in eating the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge.
You see a reflection of people in governments that are corrupt, that want to overthrow good leaders in an attempt to bask in the glory and the power that they want from their desired position.
You see the people willing to take you back despite your mistakes, to forgive you, willing to let you start anew. You could also see and feel as if you've been betrayed despite knowing what Eve and Adam did when they are that fruit. You see these things: you see love, friendship, hope, in the pages of this book... but you will also see that these do not come easily. You have to wait and be patient, and everything will work out in due time.
Now, one of the things that used to irk me the most was probably the notion of instant love between Jarahmael and Lillith, though as I read, it became very apparent that it was an integral part of the storyline and it also came to mind that not everybody moves in the same pace that we usually see in other books. At the very end of the book, I had learned to come to terms with it and actually was happy that they were together in the Seventh Heaven when the fall of man came.
Some of the writing could still be improved. Perhaps it would also be good to flesh out the other Archangels that are part of the Auxilium, and I feel like it would also be good to find more replacements to the word "said" to make it have more impact and make it more colorful in terms of storytelling.
Overall, a really great work and I enjoyed it so much! Other than those little technicalities, it was a great ride, reading this book! Kudos to Mr. Higgins for this wonderful novel!
P. S.: I got a free ebook copy of this book through the Booktasters reading program. Check them out on Twitter: @BookTasters
It was also a plus that, during some points, I couldn't help but feel for Luciferael. It was maybe because I saw some parts of myself in him and we have things in common (like being the first born, for example). He's certainly one of the characters that you just can love and hate at the same time.
If you dig deeper, you also see the relevance of the story to the modern world. You see a reflection of how love is. You see a reflection of how people could be willing to give up those they love the most. One of the important parts of the story reflects the saying that "Experience is the best teacher" because Adam and Eve had to learn from their own mistakes in eating the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge.
You see a reflection of people in governments that are corrupt, that want to overthrow good leaders in an attempt to bask in the glory and the power that they want from their desired position.
You see the people willing to take you back despite your mistakes, to forgive you, willing to let you start anew. You could also see and feel as if you've been betrayed despite knowing what Eve and Adam did when they are that fruit. You see these things: you see love, friendship, hope, in the pages of this book... but you will also see that these do not come easily. You have to wait and be patient, and everything will work out in due time.
Now, one of the things that used to irk me the most was probably the notion of instant love between Jarahmael and Lillith, though as I read, it became very apparent that it was an integral part of the storyline and it also came to mind that not everybody moves in the same pace that we usually see in other books. At the very end of the book, I had learned to come to terms with it and actually was happy that they were together in the Seventh Heaven when the fall of man came.
Some of the writing could still be improved. Perhaps it would also be good to flesh out the other Archangels that are part of the Auxilium, and I feel like it would also be good to find more replacements to the word "said" to make it have more impact and make it more colorful in terms of storytelling.
Overall, a really great work and I enjoyed it so much! Other than those little technicalities, it was a great ride, reading this book! Kudos to Mr. Higgins for this wonderful novel!
P. S.: I got a free ebook copy of this book through the Booktasters reading program. Check them out on Twitter: @BookTasters