I am currently reading Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows :)
It is gonna take a while to finish but I'll get through it!
Happy Reading,
Maud xxx
Currently Reading - 30.9.15 (Emile)
Bonjour everybody,
I'm still reading The Name of the Wind. In all fairness, it's over 600 pages long. But really that's no excuse.
I'm not in a reading slump, because when I do start reading I'm really into it. It's just that it takes a bit of motivation to start reading.
Ironically I want to be reading now, but I have a maths test tomorrow and I need to revise.
*Sigh*
Either way, The Name of the Wind is an awesome and gripping YA fantasy novel which you should definitely read. Read it.
Au revoir for now,
Emile x
I'm still reading The Name of the Wind. In all fairness, it's over 600 pages long. But really that's no excuse.
I'm not in a reading slump, because when I do start reading I'm really into it. It's just that it takes a bit of motivation to start reading.
Ironically I want to be reading now, but I have a maths test tomorrow and I need to revise.
*Sigh*
Either way, The Name of the Wind is an awesome and gripping YA fantasy novel which you should definitely read. Read it.
Au revoir for now,
Emile x
Why books are ALWAYS better than films; Maud
Hey guys!
Today I'm going to be writing about the difference about books and films and why the books are ALWAYS better.
Disclaimer: this is only my opinion :/
1. The story line is in so much more detail and lots of the
important details are missed out in the films as they are only technically based on the books.
2. It helps your education and learning as it will help teach you new words and your English teachers will be happy with you :)
3. It can be extremely relaxing and help you get to sleep whereas films wake you up!
These are only 3 of many things that books can help you do compared to films.
Although, you can watch a film once in a while as a treat :)
Happy Reading!
Maud xx
QOTD: What are your favourite book to movie adaptations?
P.S. Comment below post ideas.
Matilda The Musical Review; Maud
Hello everybody! It's Maud.
Long time no see, eh. I am really sorry about the last however
many months it has been that I have been offline but the good news is, I'M BACK!
Anyway, today's post is going to be about Matilda the Musical.
On the 9th of September, I went to see Matilda at the Cambridge Theatre, London.
It was absolutely AMAZING although there were many flashing lights and loud noises.
The actors and actresses were absolutely spectacular. The transitions between each scene was very fluid and the show was quite an even pace all the way through.
The show was around 2 and a half hours including intervals where they sell programmes, snacks and clothes. Although, like in any theatre they were all very expensive so I recommend brining your own food and drink.
I think my favourite scene was 'when I grow up' song.
It was great how everything was set out to be able to transform into different environments.
I would absolutely go back and see it again if I could!
Rate: 9/10 (Only because it was a bit too loud and there were too many flashing lights at some points in the production).
Anyway, I hope you guys enjoyed this review :)
Happy Reading,
Maud!
Long time no see, eh. I am really sorry about the last however
many months it has been that I have been offline but the good news is, I'M BACK!
Anyway, today's post is going to be about Matilda the Musical.
On the 9th of September, I went to see Matilda at the Cambridge Theatre, London.
It was absolutely AMAZING although there were many flashing lights and loud noises.
The actors and actresses were absolutely spectacular. The transitions between each scene was very fluid and the show was quite an even pace all the way through.
The show was around 2 and a half hours including intervals where they sell programmes, snacks and clothes. Although, like in any theatre they were all very expensive so I recommend brining your own food and drink.
I think my favourite scene was 'when I grow up' song.
It was great how everything was set out to be able to transform into different environments.
I would absolutely go back and see it again if I could!
Rate: 9/10 (Only because it was a bit too loud and there were too many flashing lights at some points in the production).
Anyway, I hope you guys enjoyed this review :)
Happy Reading,
Maud!
AN UPDATE 26.9.15
Hello fellow book-lovers,
Due to increasing stress at home and school, Maud has decided to take a break from writing posts. This is most unfortunate but we both decided that it was the best thing to do. I will still be uploading, although I will write three posts a week now:
Monday: review
Wednesday: currently reading
Saturday: book talk/discussion/whatever I'm feeling like
Maud will return to writing posts at some points, just when she has some more time on her hands. In the mean time, it will mainly be me running the accounts. I hope that everyone is alright with this.
See you on Monday,
Emile x
Due to increasing stress at home and school, Maud has decided to take a break from writing posts. This is most unfortunate but we both decided that it was the best thing to do. I will still be uploading, although I will write three posts a week now:
Monday: review
Wednesday: currently reading
Saturday: book talk/discussion/whatever I'm feeling like
Maud will return to writing posts at some points, just when she has some more time on her hands. In the mean time, it will mainly be me running the accounts. I hope that everyone is alright with this.
See you on Monday,
Emile x
Currently Reading ~ 23.9.15 (Emile)
Hallo!
I'm not doing too well at reading at the moment. Every night I go to bed and I am so tired that I just go to sleep straight away. Even so, I have managed to do some reading.
Right now I am currently enjoying The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. I've only read two chapters however I can already tell that it's going to be interesting. My friend and I decided we both had to finally read it by the end of September, so I have a deadline as well!
I'd like to review it when I'm done, so hopefully that shall be coming shortly.
Auf Wiedersehen,
Emile x
The Martian by Andy Weir review * NO SPOILERS* ~ Emile
Hola Martians,
I appreciate that that was not proper Spanish, but whatever.
About twenty five minutes ago, I finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir. I am writing this the Wednesday before it is uploaded, so as to give my immediate impressions.
The Martian is about a man called Mark Watney, stranded on Mars after is crew mates deemed him dead during an emergency take off. The story follows him while he struggles to survive four years in a jab designed for thirty days. You root for Mark the whole way, disappointed when he fails a task, and cheering when he succeeds. I love the fresh take on science fiction, which mixed with the sarcastic humour makes a really light book, despite the serious danger the main character is in. Also, I am a complete and utter nerd, so I loved all the scientific and mathematical elements. They aren't too hard to understand, and I would't say that they were essential to the story anyway.
I rated this book 4/5 stars.
Over and out,
Emile x
I appreciate that that was not proper Spanish, but whatever.
About twenty five minutes ago, I finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir. I am writing this the Wednesday before it is uploaded, so as to give my immediate impressions.
The Martian is about a man called Mark Watney, stranded on Mars after is crew mates deemed him dead during an emergency take off. The story follows him while he struggles to survive four years in a jab designed for thirty days. You root for Mark the whole way, disappointed when he fails a task, and cheering when he succeeds. I love the fresh take on science fiction, which mixed with the sarcastic humour makes a really light book, despite the serious danger the main character is in. Also, I am a complete and utter nerd, so I loved all the scientific and mathematical elements. They aren't too hard to understand, and I would't say that they were essential to the story anyway.
I rated this book 4/5 stars.
Over and out,
Emile x
Currently Reading ~ Emile (16.9.15)
Hola!
(I thought we'd switch up the greeting every once in a while).
Here is my weekly currently reading post, and I have finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir! I actually put off writing this post until I had finished it. Overall, I really enjoyed it, although unfortunately due to be busy with school and at home I haven't had much time to read. So that's why it took me a bit longer. Nevertheless I'm glad that I read it. A review shall be coming up shortly.
I'm not entirely sure what to read next, however I'm pointing towards The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. A close friend and I decided that we both must read it this month, because we have both owned the book for a long time and have been looking forward to reading it; just haven't gotten around to it.
Another option is Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor. I have been meaning to read this for a while as well.
Either way, I'll probably decide in the next ten minutes.
Goodnight,
Emile x
(I thought we'd switch up the greeting every once in a while).
Here is my weekly currently reading post, and I have finished reading The Martian by Andy Weir! I actually put off writing this post until I had finished it. Overall, I really enjoyed it, although unfortunately due to be busy with school and at home I haven't had much time to read. So that's why it took me a bit longer. Nevertheless I'm glad that I read it. A review shall be coming up shortly.
I'm not entirely sure what to read next, however I'm pointing towards The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. A close friend and I decided that we both must read it this month, because we have both owned the book for a long time and have been looking forward to reading it; just haven't gotten around to it.
Another option is Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor. I have been meaning to read this for a while as well.
Either way, I'll probably decide in the next ten minutes.
Goodnight,
Emile x
The Best Ships ~ Emile
Bonjour!
Today I shall talk about a topic very dear to my heart, and that is ships. Shipping characters together. In case you don't know, "ship" comes from the word "relationship" and what we mean when we say we "ship" characters together is that we really like their romantic relationship.
I have quite a few ships, so in no particular order...
1. Percabeth
Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase from the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series.
2. Rowaelin
Rowan Whitethorn and Celaena Sardothien from the Throne of Glass series.
3. Celorian
Celaena Sardothien and Dorian Havilliard from the Throne of Glass series.
4. Violinch
Violet Markey and Theodore Finch from All the Bright Places.
And finally...
5. Emorian
Me and Dorian Havilliard from the Throne of Glass series. I can dream.
So there you are!
Au revoir,
Emile x
P.S. I'm so sad Summer's over ;(
P.P.S. Sorry that this post is up late; I was having technical difficulties.
Today I shall talk about a topic very dear to my heart, and that is ships. Shipping characters together. In case you don't know, "ship" comes from the word "relationship" and what we mean when we say we "ship" characters together is that we really like their romantic relationship.
I have quite a few ships, so in no particular order...
1. Percabeth
Percy Jackson and Annabeth Chase from the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series.
2. Rowaelin
Rowan Whitethorn and Celaena Sardothien from the Throne of Glass series.
3. Celorian
Celaena Sardothien and Dorian Havilliard from the Throne of Glass series.
4. Violinch
Violet Markey and Theodore Finch from All the Bright Places.
And finally...
5. Emorian
Me and Dorian Havilliard from the Throne of Glass series. I can dream.
So there you are!
Au revoir,
Emile x
P.S. I'm so sad Summer's over ;(
P.P.S. Sorry that this post is up late; I was having technical difficulties.
Currently Reading 10/9/15 ~ Emile
Bonjour,
I really am awful at posting these on time. I do apologise for that.
Anyway, back to the point. Right now I am enjoying The Martian by Andy Weir. I find it a very entertaining novel, the humour is right up my alley. I like how sarcastic Mark Watney, the protagonist, is and how he deals with every situation being stranded on Mars throws at him. It is a nicely fast-paced read and I really like the scientific and mathematical elements; for I am a nerd at
heart.
I have to keep this quick because it is late and I am tired. I will be doing a review on this books as I think I shall have some interesting opinions on it.
Good night,
Emile x
I really am awful at posting these on time. I do apologise for that.
Anyway, back to the point. Right now I am enjoying The Martian by Andy Weir. I find it a very entertaining novel, the humour is right up my alley. I like how sarcastic Mark Watney, the protagonist, is and how he deals with every situation being stranded on Mars throws at him. It is a nicely fast-paced read and I really like the scientific and mathematical elements; for I am a nerd at
heart.
I have to keep this quick because it is late and I am tired. I will be doing a review on this books as I think I shall have some interesting opinions on it.
Good night,
Emile x
Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas review *ALL SPOILERS ARE HIDDEN* ~ Emile
Ah, back to school. How wonderful -_-
Bonjour!
As you are probably aware, school has started again. Isn't everyone excited? I'm not. Anyway, the topic of this post is the newly released YA fantasy novel Queen of Shadows, the fourth instalment in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas.
I am a HUGE fan of this series, as is my best friend. So naturally we had to go out on the release date, September 1st, to buy it. And I have to say I wasn't disappointed.
I can't really tell you much if you haven't read the first three books in the series, so all I am going to say is that it is amazing. The main character is a bad-ass seventeen year-old assassin called Celaena Sardothien who loves pretty dresses and luxury and won't take any rubbish from anybody. It's absolutely brilliant. If you haven't yet, just go and read it.
5/5 stars. It was just awesome.
No on to the part with spoilers. OPEN AT YOUR OWN RISK. IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE THRONE OF GLASS SERIES THEN DON'T OPEN THIS.
I warned you.
Bonjour!
As you are probably aware, school has started again. Isn't everyone excited? I'm not. Anyway, the topic of this post is the newly released YA fantasy novel Queen of Shadows, the fourth instalment in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas.
I am a HUGE fan of this series, as is my best friend. So naturally we had to go out on the release date, September 1st, to buy it. And I have to say I wasn't disappointed.
I can't really tell you much if you haven't read the first three books in the series, so all I am going to say is that it is amazing. The main character is a bad-ass seventeen year-old assassin called Celaena Sardothien who loves pretty dresses and luxury and won't take any rubbish from anybody. It's absolutely brilliant. If you haven't yet, just go and read it.
5/5 stars. It was just awesome.
No on to the part with spoilers. OPEN AT YOUR OWN RISK. IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE THRONE OF GLASS SERIES THEN DON'T OPEN THIS.
I warned you.
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