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Added Feb 17, 2022
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Battle of the Linguist MagesBattle of the Linguist Mages, Book
by Moore, ScottoBook - 2022 | First EditionBook, 2022. First Edition
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Added Feb 03, 2022
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Added Feb 02, 2022
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I'm sympathetic to the film's politics, but couldn't get past the mind-bogglingly stupid premise.
Activation DegradationActivation Degradation, BookA Novel
by Lostetter, Marina J.Book - 2021 | First editionBook, 2021. First edition
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Added Jan 28, 2022
Inhibitor PhaseInhibitor Phase, Book
by Reynolds, AlastairBook - 2021 | First Orbit editionBook, 2021. First Orbit edition
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Added Jan 11, 2022
The CourierThe Courier, DVD
DVD - 2021DVD, 2021
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Added Dec 29, 2021
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Added Dec 26, 2021
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This is urban fantasy/neo-noir, not science fiction. But it's very well written and an enjoyable short read nonetheless.
The Death of StalinThe Death of Stalin, DVD
DVD - 2018DVD, 2018
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Added Dec 23, 2021
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This is the best black comedy I've seen in years: it's simultaneously horrifying and consistently funny. The acting is first rate, with Steve Buscemi (Khrushchev), Jason Isaacs (Zhukov), and Simon Russell Beale (as an incredibly creepy Beria, head of the secret police) being standouts. It probably helps a bit if you know something about Soviet history, but it's not necessary. Anyone who enjoys pitch black humor should enjoy this.This is the best black comedy I've seen in years: it's simultaneously horrifying and consistently funny. The acting is first rate, with Steve Buscemi (Khrushchev), Jason Isaacs (Zhukov), and Simon Russell Beale (as an incredibly creepy Beria, head…
PigPig, DVD
DVD - 2021DVD, 2021
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Added Dec 12, 2021
Invisible SunInvisible Sun, Book
by Stross, CharlesBook - 2021 | First editionBook, 2021. First edition
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Added Dec 04, 2021
TomatilloTomatillo, 3D ObjectToma Verde : Physalis Philadelphica
3D Object | Plant January - April, July - August3D Object. Plant January - April, July - August
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Added Nov 29, 2021
CryptonomiconCryptonomicon, Audiobook CD
by Stephenson, NealAudiobook CD - 2009 | UnabridgedAudiobook CD, 2009. Unabridged
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Added Nov 24, 2021
CarrotsCarrots, 3D ObjectDanvers 126 : Daucus Carota
3D Object3D Object
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Added Nov 22, 2021
chazbufe's rating:
Added Nov 22, 2021
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The writing is perfectly okay, but the social situation aboard the Deucalion (having crew members on rigid shifts and, especially, having the human crew members isolated from each other) is so ridiculous I couldn't get into the story.
White Too LongWhite Too Long, BookThe Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity
by Jones, Robert P.Book - 2020 | First Simon & Schuster hardcover editionBook, 2020. First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition
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Added Nov 22, 2021
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"White Too Long" is overall well written and enlightening. But the proportions of the chapters seem off, with, for instance, the chapter on Confederate monuments seeming far too long and the chapter on scriptural passages condoning slavery and its backing by Christian churches seeming far too short. But all things considered this is well worth reading. It's one of the few examples of a Christian writer treating a dark side of Christianity in an honest manner."White Too Long" is overall well written and enlightening. But the proportions of the chapters seem off, with, for instance, the chapter on Confederate monuments seeming far too long and the chapter on scriptural passages condoning slavery and its…
Fugitive TelemetryFugitive Telemetry, Book
by Wells, MarthaBook - 2021 | First editionBook, 2021. First edition
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Added Nov 12, 2021
The Best of Harry TurtledoveThe Best of Harry Turtledove, Book
by Turtledove, HarryBook - 2021 | First editionBook, 2021. First edition
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Added Nov 08, 2021
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Added Nov 08, 2021
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McAuley has written some wonderful books. Unfortunately, this isn't one of them. It's a long, meandering tale that's wonderful only in the sense that it's a wonderful sleep aid. Those who haven't read any of McAuley's other books would do better to start with three that are entertaining and thought provoking: "Pasquale's Angel," "The Quiet War," and "Gardens of the Sun."McAuley has written some wonderful books. Unfortunately, this isn't one of them. It's a long, meandering tale that's wonderful only in the sense that it's a wonderful sleep aid. Those who haven't read any of McAuley's other books would do better to…
DesDes, DVD
DVD - 2021DVD, 2021
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Added Oct 27, 2021
Pre-suasionPre-suasion, BookA Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade
by Cialdini, Robert B.Book - 2016 | First Simon & Schuster hardcover editionBook, 2016. First Simon & Schuster hardcover edition
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Added Oct 27, 2021
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"Pre-Suasion" is interesting, disturbing, and well written. It's interesting because it covers matters I (or I'd guess most people) would never have suspected. It's disturbing because it reveals how easily we can be manipulated before making decisions or taking actions. And it's well written: it reads smoothly and is entertaining throughout.
It's a worthy successor to Cialdini's groundbreaking "Influence.""Pre-Suasion" is interesting, disturbing, and well written. It's interesting because it covers matters I (or I'd guess most people) would never have suspected. It's disturbing because it reveals how easily we can be manipulated before making…
Hollow KingdomHollow Kingdom, Book
by Buxton, Kira JaneBook - 2019 | First editionBook, 2019. First edition
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Added Oct 24, 2021
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The concept of a foul-mouthed, sarcastic crow as protagonist is a nice twist on what could have been the basis of a children's book. The first part of the book is entertaining and in places darkly funny, but this tale is too drawn out. The humor diminishes the farther in you go, as does the book's charm, and it ultimately becomes repetitious and boring. If it was a third the length, it could have been a good novella.The concept of a foul-mouthed, sarcastic crow as protagonist is a nice twist on what could have been the basis of a children's book. The first part of the book is entertaining and in places darkly funny, but this tale is too drawn out. The humor…
Bloody SundayBloody Sunday, DVD
DVD - 2020DVD, 2020
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Added Oct 22, 2021
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Added Oct 22, 2021
WestworldWestworld, DVDSeason Two : the Door
DVDDVD
chazbufe's rating:
Added Oct 22, 2021
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Incredibly hard to follow because it jumps back and forth in time for no apparent reason. This is a real let down after season 1, which was groundbreaking. Fortunately, season 3 is far easier to follow (almost too much so) and somewhat better than season 2.Incredibly hard to follow because it jumps back and forth in time for no apparent reason. This is a real let down after season 1, which was groundbreaking. Fortunately, season 3 is far easier to follow (almost too much so) and somewhat better than…
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