Monthly Archives: April 2011

Bookish links for April 23, 2011

Posted on April 23, 2011 by CarrieK

Discussion starters: ~ Bookalicious: Authors are people too – Great post with much discussion in the comments section. Reviews and blog posts that have me adding to my to-read list: ~ Miles from Ordinary by Carol Lynch Williams, reviewed by … Continue reading →

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DVD Review: Lorna Doone

Posted on April 22, 2011 by CarrieK

John Ridd was just a boy when the villainous Doones murdered his father. Now a young man, John has two driving passions: his thirst for revenge against the Doones, and his love for the beautiful Lorna, daughter of his sworn … Continue reading →

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British TV on DVD: Murphy’s Law

Posted on April 21, 2011 by CarrieK

Maverick Irish cop Tommy Murphy has nothing to lose. Guilt-ridden over the death of his young daughter, who was slain by the IRA, he flees to London to work undercover for the Metropolitan Police. James Nesbitt (Cold Feet) shines in … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Violets of March by Sarah Jio

Posted on April 20, 2011 by CarrieK

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Book Review: The Goddess Test by Aimee Carter

Posted on April 19, 2011 by CarrieK

Title: The Goddess Test Author: Aimee Carter Genre: YA fantasy Publisher: Harlequin Teen Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Source: E-galley from Netgalley First line: “How did it happen this time?” For Kate, family has always meant just her mom … Continue reading →

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Casting of Thresh and Rue in Hunger Games film

Posted on April 18, 2011 by CarrieK

The characters of Thresh and Rue from District 11 have been cast in the Hunger Games film. Both are newcomers. Amandla Stenberg will play Rue; Dayo Okeniyi will play Thresh. I have no idea about their acting ability, but they … Continue reading →

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Mailbox Monday – April 18, 2011

Posted on April 18, 2011 by CarrieK

Ashes of the Earth: A Mystery of Post-Apocalyptic America by Eliot Pattison – Review copy from the publisher Mailbox Monday is a weekly meme for book bloggers to share their recent acquisitions. If you’re eager to tell the rest of … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Salon – April 17, 2011 (the “Two-year Bloggiversary Giveaway” edition)

Posted on April 17, 2011 by CarrieK

Two years ago today, I wrote my first Books and Movies post hosted at my own domain. It’s been a wonderful couple of years full of fantastic books, terrific movies, and amazing online friends. I love the fact that every … Continue reading →

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