billyraymcevoy's reviews
98 reviews

The Genesis Secret by Tom Knox

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3.0

Good mystery and well written. First half was very Indiana Jones vibes but then gets really violent and dark.
Did not like the pages long racist rants of the villain. Felt gratuitous and unnecessarily long. Also not a fan of the pages long explanation at the end or the ex-wife getting along with the new girlfriend so unbelievably easy with no questions. Minusing stars for those.
How It All Blew Up by Arvin Ahmadi

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5.0

Loved it and when it ended I wanted more.
Even loved the authors notes at the end.
Good story, great characters and locations.
Doctor Who: The Tenth Doctor Adventures, Volume 1 by James Goss, Jenny T. Colgan, Matt Fitton

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4.0

It's SO good to have Donna back, I could actually cry hearing them together.
Production quality is really great and immersive. Although, the stories are mixed. 'Technophobia' is okay but feels like one of those throw-away episodes which isn't anyone's favourite. The second story is better and the third story is the best - we get to have Donna Noble as royalty which is just brilliant and throwing verbal insults at a queen mother
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

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5.0

One of those books that makes you feel happy and optimistic at the end.
Waiting for You: The Story and Symbolism of Silent Hill 2 by A.J. Thompson

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5.0

A really well thought out look into Silent Hill 2 and everything it has to offer! Great for all of the fans.
Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

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3.0

I like the story but I couldn't finish the book. I did about 400 out of the 600+ pages, so I'd read the majority, but the prose is too old-fashioned for me. However, I did look up what happens online as I did like the book and wanted to know what happens.
Great story but difficult to read.
Hotel Silence by Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir

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3.0

It was an easy read and a bit sad in places.
The Prison Doctor: Women Inside by Amanda Brown

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4.0

This book is really interesting. I learnt a lot about prison and empathised with the patients written about in this book. I hope they all find some happiness.
Dracula by Bram Stoker

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3.0

Enjoyed the audio book, was intriguing and creepy, although very long and often slow paced. Not sure if I'd be able to read to book as it is quite old and so the pros is old fashioned and a bit long winded.
The Diva Rules: Ditch the Drama, Find Your Strength, and Sparkle Your Way to the Top by Michelle Visage

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5.0

Very motivating. Sometimes you just need a strong woman to tell you to buckle up your ideas and live your life. Didn't even know I was a diva until Michelle Visage told me so.