🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟for purely sentimental reasons When I was small there was a Japanese anime version of The Little Mermaid that would occasionally play on tv (chan🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟for purely sentimental reasons When I was small there was a Japanese anime version of The Little Mermaid that would occasionally play on tv (channel 41 WDRB) on Sunday afternoon. This became my first exposure to a movie "princess" there was no Disney VHS when I was a child. I fell in love ❤️ with Prince Christopher along with the mermaid in the story. Little did I know that not too much younger than I had been, my daughter would do the same thing with a Prince Eric. This story is timeless and guarantees to touch every little girl's heart. This author did an excellent job of now reaching our more adult ones'. I could read this again and again and feel the anguish, cry the tears, stare in awe, celebrate and turn to foam. I loved it!...more
2.5 stars A very greedy man takes a young lady just discovering life as his wife just to exploit her mind and talents on an archeological dig at Troy2.5 stars A very greedy man takes a young lady just discovering life as his wife just to exploit her mind and talents on an archeological dig at Troy He takes and takes until he breaks everything including himself A moral tale of what selfishness can destroy ...more
I'm rating the AUDIO version. The narrators were superb. This was such an intimate story in letter format of a burgeoning friendship through hardshipsI'm rating the AUDIO version. The narrators were superb. This was such an intimate story in letter format of a burgeoning friendship through hardships and unrequited love. It's based upon a true accounting of two authors' relationship. But the narrators had such an easy, flowing speaking style that i was quite taken in. It seemed like nonfiction. ...more
"It seems cowardly, getting old. Don't you think?"
I greatly enjoy retellings of fairy tales, and this one has become one of my favorites. It's told fr"It seems cowardly, getting old. Don't you think?"
I greatly enjoy retellings of fairy tales, and this one has become one of my favorites. It's told from the point-of-view of Tinkerbell and tells the story of the relationship between Tiger Lily and Peter Pan. It begins as a friendship between a tomboy who refuses to meet her future within her tribe and a boy who refuses to grow up while still leading his tribe. It eventually leads to love just as Lily is to be wed to the bully, Giant and Pan meets Wendy, a charming girly-girl Lily's exact opposite who charms the Lost Boys who are all looking for a mother. A modern aspect is Lily's loving father Tick Tock, a transvestite who is challenged and disrespected by his tribe's members. Lily loves him with all of her heart, but she learns her love is not enough to protect his shaman's heart. It's a beautiful yet tragic subplot. Hook and the other pirates play a part in the story as well as the crocodile. I recommend this story for all readers who want to be a Toys R Us kid. ...more
Just when I thought the introduction was over, the book ended. Way too short considering the legend I learned he practiced homosexuality and killed DarJust when I thought the introduction was over, the book ended. Way too short considering the legend I learned he practiced homosexuality and killed Darius ...more
I debated-3 or 4? Couldn't really decide The author started really well timeline, noted personalities all explained Events begin antebellum period soI debated-3 or 4? Couldn't really decide The author started really well timeline, noted personalities all explained Events begin antebellum period so the true beginning of the railways But eventually they all start running together and the author is in no way to blame. It's those damn avaricious rail Barons eating away at territory and the small establishments. But this book is truly an excellent historical reference. As the rails are built, wars are fought, laws are passed, presidents are elected. And our country grows Really an interesting story ...more
I enjoyed Songs of Innocence and Experience as well as a few pieces at the beginning. One poem in particular "Little Lamb" would be perfect framed inI enjoyed Songs of Innocence and Experience as well as a few pieces at the beginning. One poem in particular "Little Lamb" would be perfect framed in a baby's room. But the last set of poems were just too religious for my taste. I have a feeling Blake may have debated with CS Lewis. That would have been interesting to witness. ...more
3.5 perhaps? As Beautiful Creatures has a focus on the people involved in the casting drama Beautiful Darkness has focus on revelations; discoveries a3.5 perhaps? As Beautiful Creatures has a focus on the people involved in the casting drama Beautiful Darkness has focus on revelations; discoveries and continuations of dark vs light. New characters are introduced and old favorites stick around with an additional surprise (thank goodness). I didn't enjoy this book as much as book one because it was slow to action, but once it picked up the pace I was hooked. ...more
I'm a cradle Hoosier so of course I now love this book Otherwise, thank goodness I read the synopsis before delving into this classic, or I would haveI'm a cradle Hoosier so of course I now love this book Otherwise, thank goodness I read the synopsis before delving into this classic, or I would have been totally confused. I'm glad I read this, but no way could I rehash the plot. It's reminiscent of Brave New World with nukes ...more
Chloe is a complete pain in my ass These books are terrible I just want to know how the authors play this out, but they are so literarily weak i dont kChloe is a complete pain in my ass These books are terrible I just want to know how the authors play this out, but they are so literarily weak i dont know if I can last...more
It's astounding to me how simplified hawking can phrase these theories, this time related to quantum physics. He begins with basic principles and builIt's astounding to me how simplified hawking can phrase these theories, this time related to quantum physics. He begins with basic principles and builds from there so the reader has a base from which to begin. Gravity is a focus. Terms are defined at the end. Antimatter is discussed as well as the expansion of the universe. I need to break down and just buy all of his books. ...more
Really a 3.5 but the audio version bugged me because I had a hard time following the jumps on the time line. There are no warnings or headings. This wReally a 3.5 but the audio version bugged me because I had a hard time following the jumps on the time line. There are no warnings or headings. This was not only a bio on Gypsy but also of June and the history of vaudeville and the rise of burlesque. Very interesting information with a great story line Rose was an overbearing, delusional general who lived vicariously through her daughters, whom she refused to view as anything but children. She used everyone in her path. And the fact that these girls never brushed their teeth until they were in the double digits was absolutely astounding to me, but it seems that it was an action many viewed as destructive. I had no idea! June was a major moneymaker, but saw zero profits, finally running away from her controlling parent for a more anonymous lifestyle. Enter Gypsy Rose and her tantalizing training, which was still instigated by her mother. She was under that woman's thumb until the day she died. Gypsy's affair with Mike Todd, Sr is deeply decked into; it's just segmented , so it's hard to follow. I really enjoyed this book. The author wrote from valid sources including an interview with June herself. I recommend ...more
This book was so factual and statistical it was dry. I finished it because I hate starting a book and not following through unless it's just unbearablThis book was so factual and statistical it was dry. I finished it because I hate starting a book and not following through unless it's just unbearable. But I really didn't enjoy this much ...more
Intriguing characterization Liking this more than the Raven Cycle I think it's because Lena is a stronger female lead. Small town boy meets new girl fIntriguing characterization Liking this more than the Raven Cycle I think it's because Lena is a stronger female lead. Small town boy meets new girl fall in love. New girl is mysterious, related to spook of small town, doesn't fit in. All sound pat? Yeah it does. But I liked where the author led me. The "casters"; light vs dark; an incubus; a library: and a big battle scene at the end I'll read book two for sure ...more
2.5 stars Dear Italian historical fiction authors, could you maybe find other subject matter than Guilio Medici's assassination? That would be great.2.5 stars Dear Italian historical fiction authors, could you maybe find other subject matter than Guilio Medici's assassination? That would be great. Thanks! That is all ...more
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