Ever wondered how your favorite books translate to TV? Sometimes it’s magic, sometimes it’s mayhem. This year, I braved 29 adaptations—everything from anime (hello, Solo Leveling) to epic dramas (Shogun, anyone?). The result? A hilarious journey through what worked, what flopped, and why you should always watch Reacher. Spoiler: Winter jackets make everything cooler.
This novel isn't just a piece of historical fiction, it's an epic journey into the heart of 17th-century Japan through the eyes of an English navigator. We experience cultural clashes, political intrigue, and personal transformation in a way that's both educational and profoundly entertaining. Clavell's storytelling not only captivates but educates, making "Shogun" a must-read for anyone fascinated by the power of history and the human spirit.
In the coming weeks, I will be reviewing each entry of this book series by J.A. Rock & Lisa Henry. It's been a while since I've read anything they've written so I'm excited to dive into this series. I remember enjoying the Prescott College series even if I have yet to review these. As for … Continue reading The Lords Of Bucknall Club By J.A. Rock & Lisa Henry | Audiobooks
The King's Dragon (Fire and Valor #1) by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns published 26 September 2019 Lord Tristram Radcliffe has a secret—he is the only dragon at the king’s court in Llangard. It’s a secret he’s kept from the knights he’s fought beside, from the ladies who bat their lashes at him, and from his … Continue reading The King’s Dragon (Fire and Valor #1) by W.M. Fawkes, Sam Burns | Book Review
The Border (The Knight and the Necromancer #2) by A.H. Lee published 23 March 2020Roland and Sairis have escaped from a traumatic assassination attempt, solved the mystery of their attacker, and enjoyed plenty of heavy petting along the way. Roland knows that it’s too soon for love, but he feels like he’s falling head over … Continue reading The Border (The Knight and the Necromancer #2) by A.H. Lee | Book Review
Putting The romance in Necromancy (The Knight and the Necromancer #0.5) by A.H. Leepublished 18 March 2020Sairis is a necromancer with a price on his head. He needs to get to the capital for a conference that may change his life. But he’s never ridden a horse before. At least not a live one.Fortunately, the … Continue reading Putting The Romance in Necromancy (The Knight and the Necromancer #0.5) by A.H. Lee | Book Review
I enjoy epic historical tales in books and movies whether they are fictional or not. So this new Amazon Prime Video series certainly caught my attention. It has the added bonus of being a Spanish language TV series, which will allow me to maintain a decent level of Spanish while being entertained, and Jaime Lorente, … Continue reading El Cid (S1 Review) | Greed and Its Consequences in Medieval Time
Title: The Prince and his Bedeviled BodyguardSeries: Paranormal PrincesAuthor: Charlie CochetGenre(s): Paranormal, Romance (M/M), FantasyPage count: 134 (ebook)Published: 19 Sept 2019 My review | Get it here Title: Where There's FireSeries: Panopolis 2Author: Cari ZGenre(s): Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance (M/M), Sci-fiPage count: 113 (ebook)Published: 13 July 2015 My review | Get it here Title: Midnight SunSeries: … Continue reading August readings | Magical Fantasies with a Dash of Paranormal and Crime
Worn Out Spines 