Very insightful and a must read for anybody following the Schapelle Corby case. It was well researched and compelling, but the story-telling style did...moreVery insightful and a must read for anybody following the Schapelle Corby case. It was well researched and compelling, but the story-telling style did annoy me as it made me feel like parts were fabricated to glue the facts together.(less)
This novel is short and sweet – but it definitely packs an emotional punch. My heart went out to Lionel (nicknamed Black Jesus) a young marine who has...moreThis novel is short and sweet – but it definitely packs an emotional punch. My heart went out to Lionel (nicknamed Black Jesus) a young marine who has returned home from war blind, and the young dancer Gloria, who stumbles into his life. Even though the circumstances are sad, the story is ultimately full of hope and I really enjoyed it. (less)
This was my first encounter with a Nora Roberts novel and I found it really gripping. The main characters had a lot of depth and were well developed....moreThis was my first encounter with a Nora Roberts novel and I found it really gripping. The main characters had a lot of depth and were well developed. The story was fast paced – there was plenty of action the whole way through and lots of romance too. (less)
I enjoyed this book but it didn't grip me. The bizarre elements of the plot would have worked better on screen as they weren't overly convincing in th...moreI enjoyed this book but it didn't grip me. The bizarre elements of the plot would have worked better on screen as they weren't overly convincing in the way they were written. It felt a bit like the author was trying to introduce extremely fearful events but they weren't described in a terrifying or suspenseful way. I did like the characters but I was left feeling like I didn't get to know them fully and was unable to get inside their heads.(less)
The image of goth, blue haired Cleo on the cover of Feeble Wanderings captured me and I instantly fell in love with Ross Campbell's style. His depicti...moreThe image of goth, blue haired Cleo on the cover of Feeble Wanderings captured me and I instantly fell in love with Ross Campbell's style. His depictions of imperfect yet beautiful goths and punks are so engaging and believeable. The storyline itself has less of an impact, much of the drama is trivial but the friendships are intriguing and the dialogue and banter is realistic and comical. I could pour over the art work alone for hours.(less)
I love this edition of Alice! Garcia's art work makes it extra special and her dark, whimsical style is perfectly suited to Carroll's enchanting tale!...moreI love this edition of Alice! Garcia's art work makes it extra special and her dark, whimsical style is perfectly suited to Carroll's enchanting tale! Having just read the original story for the first time I was surprised by how magically grim and hilarious it is. But to be honest, without the enticing art work, I probably wouldn't have bothered.(less)
I thoroughly enjoyed this! Mindy is insightful, quirky and hilarious but she's also honest and upfront. I loved that she's able to laugh at herself an...moreI thoroughly enjoyed this! Mindy is insightful, quirky and hilarious but she's also honest and upfront. I loved that she's able to laugh at herself and I felt that this book was really all about staying true to yourself. I don't normally go for memoirs or biographies but I loved how this was set out in short essays making it a quick read and the balance of humour and insight was just right.
Completely engaging and gut wrenching. If you're interested in the Schappelle Corby case this is a must read and has basically completely put me off e...moreCompletely engaging and gut wrenching. If you're interested in the Schappelle Corby case this is a must read and has basically completely put me off even considering visiting Bali. Even if she is guilty, which I'm not convinced she is, the sentence is horrendous and sickening.(less)
I was happily surprised to discover that this book lived up to the hype for me. Although I found it to be fairly slow paced and convoluted to begin wi...moreI was happily surprised to discover that this book lived up to the hype for me. Although I found it to be fairly slow paced and convoluted to begin with the story was increasingly engrossing. I was particularly fond of Lisbeth - but actually, all of the lead characters were interesting and engaging. And while the violence was appalling, it wasn't gratuitious or off-putting. (less)
I enjoyed this even more than The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo! The pace was much more satisfying and I was pleased that Lisbeth has a far more integra...moreI enjoyed this even more than The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo! The pace was much more satisfying and I was pleased that Lisbeth has a far more integral role - the reader is given greater insight into her background, and her head. Like the first book in the series I found I had to concentrate hard to keep track of the myriad of characters but overall I love the direction the stories heading in!(less)
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