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All Systems Red by Martha Wells
Stop talking to Murderbot about its feelings. It hates it. While Murderbot resentfully keeps its scientists alive against hostile monsters, questionable corporations and bad guys, the story quietly explores free will, identity, and the awkwardness of existing.
By TK Cummings2 years ago in Critique
Sipping Whiskey and Ignoring The King James Version of The Bible
My shabby motel room's Gideon sits, gathering dust on its unopened spine. Yellowed by years of neglect, putrid from bearing witness to man's depravity to others, especially by its sacred truth-bearers. My stomach turns contemplating the hypocrisy perpetrated upon humanity by those perverting its stories for their own glory.
By Paul Mansfield2 years ago in Critique
Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe was The Worlds best Hollywood Vixen. She grew up a rough life as a kid, and was well respected in different neighborhoods. She was a beautiful face, model, actress. She is inspiring for the younger generation because of her appeal that attracts me. She will be forever missed.
By Rachael Frazier2 years ago in Critique
The Calvin Stickers
Let the grifters grift. It’s their only gift. You work hard on your craft. You spend hours on your craft. Just for someone to drop a link. Or worse, they drop something unrelated. It stinks. Maybe Bill Watterson was right, when he chose to ignore the sticker grifters. We’ll see.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Me Before You
Me Before You deserves credit for evoking a visceral reaction from me. The book is ableist, even ignoring the ending. The story didn't dive deeply enough into any real trauma (such as Lou's sexual assault) and treated Will like a vehicle for overcoming Lou's issues. It's a tone deaf romance.
By C.M. Vazquez2 years ago in Critique
Does size matter?
Does size matter? Am I critiquing an actual work here? Nope. Just expressing a thought. How big should a link be at the end of an article? I often like my pics for covers, because some Unsplash images make links too large when linked at the bottom of an article.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Ethereal Symphony
In this captivating artwork, luminous strokes dance gracefully, forming a breathtaking play of light. Yet, while composition echoes brilliance, an opportunity for deeper narrative connection arises. By intertwining thematic elements, this symphony could evoke profound emotions, ensuring lasting resonance in the observer's heart.
By Peter Tanjala2 years ago in Critique
Vocal Creators Choose to Critique These Books. Top Story - August 2023.
Animal/Farm Oliver/Twist LOTR Harry/Potter(s) Lovely/Bones The/Giver Earth's/Children/Series Ulysses Frankenstein Candide Bible Coraline Outsiders Belgriad Moby/Dick Pride/Prejudice Catcher/Rye If/This/Is/A/Man To/Kill/A/Mockingbird Never/Let/Me/Go Oryx/And/Crake Gone/With/The/Wind Catch/22 War/and/Peace Thirteen/Reasons/Why The/Old/Man/And/The/Sea Romeo/And/Juliet Robinson/Crusoe Fahrenheit/451 The/Giving/Tree Don/Quixote Wuthering/Heights Crime/and/Punishment
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in Critique
A Wrinkle in Time
Meg and Charles Murry’s father goes missing and they bring their friend Calvin O’Keefe to another world to fight a monster called the thing. It was nominated and won several well deserved awards. It is a great book, well written and I recommend that you read it. A great work!
By Alex H Mittelman 2 years ago in Critique
Why Halloween is better than Christmas 🎃
1. There is more choice to spend it exactly how you want to: During Christmas time it is expected that you eat a meal with the family and get everyone a gift that they open. With Halloween, you can either throw a party, watch a horror movie, dress up, or give someone a gift if you want to or not.
By Seashell Harpspring 2 years ago in Critique
The Da Vinci Code 2003
One sees it for its worth: Priceless! Allusive! It's more than what meets the ear. Historians may get astounded while seeking credulity thro' it's false conspiracies. Cryptographers can get seduced from the truth while attempting to deduce facts from fiction. Perhaps a staunch reader can experience a cultural expedition through it.
By Madhu Goteti 2 years ago in Critique
"Critique: The Great Gatsby"
Fitzgerald's portrayal of the Jazz Age excesses is vivid, but character depth suffers. Gatsby's enigmatic charm captivates, yet his shallowness disappoints. Daisy's lack of agency is frustrating. Elegant prose conveys opulence, but themes could delve deeper. A classic cautionary tale, though its potential remains partially untapped.
By Nitin Gabhe2 years ago in Critique