I'd go a 3.5 on this one. It took forever to get into a groove that had me actually wanting to read the book. I had to keep forcing my way through theI'd go a 3.5 on this one. It took forever to get into a groove that had me actually wanting to read the book. I had to keep forcing my way through the first half of the book. Unlike world War z where I was hooked after the first chapter, I wasnt invested till the half way point. And then it felt very rushed. It had a very "The Martian" feel to me for most of the book. Then it got interesting and...ended. not a terrible book, just not the level I was hoping for....more
It was an interesting concept. The characters and plot felt rushed so I wasnt as into the story as I expected. I felt nothing during the climactic sceIt was an interesting concept. The characters and plot felt rushed so I wasnt as into the story as I expected. I felt nothing during the climactic scenes....more
It was an OK read. Nothing amazing. The plot was odd but fresh enough to keep me engaged. I'm not a big steampunk kind of person, but I like the earpsIt was an OK read. Nothing amazing. The plot was odd but fresh enough to keep me engaged. I'm not a big steampunk kind of person, but I like the earps and holiday enough to stick around till the end....more
I liked it, but I didn't love it. I think that Geralt is an amazing character and I was loved watching him interact with this full and exciting world.I liked it, but I didn't love it. I think that Geralt is an amazing character and I was loved watching him interact with this full and exciting world. What I didn't like was the short stories. It is difficult to really get deeply invested when the story shifted. And while the storylines felt connected enough, I find that it is the moments in between that I get wrapped up in the story. Dont get me wrong, it was a fun title. I just wasnt clamoring for the next page. When I hit the end of a chapter I could go to sleep instead of desperately wanting to find out what happens next. I'll read the next, but I'm not desperate for it like I am with a full story....more
It was ok. It kept me engaged enough but wasn't a must read. It really wasn't earth shattering but had a new enough concept that I felt it was worth aIt was ok. It kept me engaged enough but wasn't a must read. It really wasn't earth shattering but had a new enough concept that I felt it was worth a try. The characters felt a little stiff and I didn't love them. The plot bogged at times, and the ending felt disappointing. There was a hint in the final chapters though that saved the series in my mind....more
I had this book on my "To read" list for years. When I finally got the choice I was beyond excited. I read excitedly, waiting for the hammer to drop aI had this book on my "To read" list for years. When I finally got the choice I was beyond excited. I read excitedly, waiting for the hammer to drop and for it to take off... And then it ended. I must say I was VERY disappointed. I had such high hopes for this book. The dialog was iffy, the prose bordered on creepy(it a bad way), and the story just fiddled out. There was a point toward the end where it could have really become something special...and it just ended in the most odd way. And the next story in the "other Stories" had no point and wasn't even worth the effort. Overall, DON'T try. Nothing like the movie, not worth your time. ...more
Loved. Better than the show in my opinion and I'm a guy who hates graphic novels and LOVES tv. Must read for everyone!Loved. Better than the show in my opinion and I'm a guy who hates graphic novels and LOVES tv. Must read for everyone!...more
Loved. Better than the show in my opinion and I'm a guy who hates graphic novels and LOVES tv. Must read for everyone!Loved. Better than the show in my opinion and I'm a guy who hates graphic novels and LOVES tv. Must read for everyone!...more
This one was bitter sweat. On the one hand its the most exciting star wars entry since the huge Vong series but on the other it came to an end. No morThis one was bitter sweat. On the one hand its the most exciting star wars entry since the huge Vong series but on the other it came to an end. No more. The store lines all ended about where you expected so no major twists or turns, but the excitement and battles where everywhere and non-stop. I couldn't stop reading the entire thing. I only hope that the journey keeps going with another major multi book story arc! ...more
Not good, not bad. Just...bla. I kept waiting for it to be like the movie only better. Instead it felt exactly like the movie, only different. Both arNot good, not bad. Just...bla. I kept waiting for it to be like the movie only better. Instead it felt exactly like the movie, only different. Both are so-so, neither grabbing me or pushing me away. I wouldn't recommend it. If you have nothing else to read, it will get you through in a pinch. But don't count on it to wow you. ...more
This was a fantastic addition to the series. I felt this book progressed much quicker than most of the other books. It had a good amount of action, anThis was a fantastic addition to the series. I felt this book progressed much quicker than most of the other books. It had a good amount of action, and while the story was still based on dialog and character interactions, the plot was not weighed down by it... in fact for the first time in the series I felt that the dialog really drove the story as opposed to holding it back. The secrets revealed where numerous and the cliff hanger AMAZING! Tidbits of knowledge were sprinkled throughout that left you thinking you had it al figured out, to only be smacked with a dose of reality as you realized how good the author really is at plotting out the story. As always the book is as fun for its mythological creatures and individuals and the way in which the author sprinkles historical knowledge and mythological understanding in a fun plot line. Well done again Mr. Scott!...more
This Dresden novel, like all the others was full of witty remarks and exciting characters. I found myself become attached to the knights and even the This Dresden novel, like all the others was full of witty remarks and exciting characters. I found myself become attached to the knights and even the "nasties" came alive easily as I read. The downside to this book was the pace. I found myself becoming bored throughout the first 3/4's of the book. I had to fight to reach the end, when I was rewarded with fast past and exciting action. If your a Dresden fan, you'll love this one if you can sit through the first half. ...more
Another in a long line of grade A entertainment from Jim Butcher. This one started slow as most in the series do, then builds to a fever pitch that woAnother in a long line of grade A entertainment from Jim Butcher. This one started slow as most in the series do, then builds to a fever pitch that wont let you put it down. By the end of this novel your panting as you put on your shoes to go by the next in line. If you like magic and the supernatural but hate tweenie-bopper YA fiction, then this is your kind of book!...more
Much better than the opening book in the series. This one was action packed throughout, with even more characters and a deeper look at they mythology Much better than the opening book in the series. This one was action packed throughout, with even more characters and a deeper look at they mythology of the demons. I feel that this author has a really great grasp of his world in this addition. The only downside in this one was the flashback that felt a little slow and forced at times. But overall a great book and I look forward to reading the next installment. ...more
This is a tale of two books... An exciting adult real world magic tale that grabs you and holds on tight, and a boring floundering coming of age tale This is a tale of two books... An exciting adult real world magic tale that grabs you and holds on tight, and a boring floundering coming of age tale of a loser. The combination is frustrating but solid enough to keep you reading... but just. The dialog is a little iffy and the story itself is wanting in certain areas but on the whole its a good transition into adulthood from the Harry Potter realm. If your a die hard wizard fan or magical enthusiast give this one a try. In all i'd give it a 3.5 if it was an option, as it isn't I rounded up for a the exciting first 100 pages. ...more
This was much more intense then the other Dresden novels, keeping me on the edge of my seat for the majority of the book. It still held onto the comedThis was much more intense then the other Dresden novels, keeping me on the edge of my seat for the majority of the book. It still held onto the comedic core while throwing in more violence, supernatural thrills and emotion. All in all, fun and quick read. ...more
This was the edgiest of the Darkest Powers Trilogy, with the most violence, paranormal encounters and suspense yet. Despite the internal ramblings of This was the edgiest of the Darkest Powers Trilogy, with the most violence, paranormal encounters and suspense yet. Despite the internal ramblings of a teenage girl, I found this an enjoyable read. If you can look past the sub-par dialog and predictable character interactions you'll find an exciting plot line. Overall fun and quick read. ...more
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