As with most hardcore readers, we are skeptical of films being made out of our precious books. I had seen this title around over the years and just saw that a film was made and is currently on Netflix. This was the impetus that brought me to reading Polar: Came From the Cold... The Plot:... Continue Reading →
Middlegame by Seanan McGuire
Twins born with abilities beyond normal skills and talents. A connection that spans a continent and across the reaches of time. Roger and Dodger have a gift of language and mathematics, respectively. They were adopted and placed in families on either side of the United States (Palo Alto and Cambridge), and at a certain age... Continue Reading →
The Flintstones Vol. 1 by Mark Russell
I read Russell's Snagglepuss last month and thought it was one of the best graphic novels I've ever read... So, I wanted to continue with his work. He did not disappoint. A new take on the first family of Bedrock, The Flintstones. A reimagining of the crew with a new spin on all things Stone... Continue Reading →
Sworld: The Chronicles of Malick by William Harris
Tech-synthed and renowned scientist, Malick has funded this voyage himself. He has built the ship of his own design, but with help from the advanced technology developed by a group of aliens called Redulins. He's selected a group of experts to aid in the mission of scouting one planet and then testing another for a... Continue Reading →
PTSD by Guillaume Singelin
In a near-future city inspired by Tokyo, Jun is a homeless vet who is in a constant battle with herself. Feelings of guilt, shame, and anger overwhelm her and make it difficult to function in society and make connections with others. Several people try to reach out, but she pushes back against their 'pity.' Jun's... Continue Reading →