Eagle Eye

When I first saw the commercials and trailers for Eagle Eye it looked like a remake of Enemy of the State. When the movie came out the reviews were really poor and I opted to skip it at the theater. I know someone who went to see it in the theater despite the bad reviews and my mocking.… Read the rest “Eagle Eye”

Scorpion Down

Ed Offley details in great minutiae the destruction of the U.S.S. Scorpion by the Soviet Navy on May 22, 1968. I read this book because I had an interest in submarines from when I was a child. My father had books detailing all of the German U-Boats from WWI and WWII.… Read the rest “Scorpion Down”

“New Moon” is a stirring romantic sequel

New Moon is a stirring, romantic, sequel about a love for a vampire leading to heartbreak, friendship, love, and then a brainless betrayal with consequences. Bella is in deeper than any human in history with mythical wars raging around her. Between her beloved vampire family and her protective pack of werewolves she is torn between the one she loves so dearly but broke her heart to keep her safe and the one keeping her together while her true love was off, playing hooky.… Read the rest ““New Moon” is a stirring romantic sequel”

Twilight

Twilight is a wonderful novel. Stephenie Meyer definitely puts it in perspective when you read about her scary crush. Soon, not long after the first page, you fall in love with the clumsy character of Isabella Swan. Even with all her faults Edward falls deeply in love with his potential prey.… Read the rest “Twilight”

Babel

I just finished watching Babel. This is actually the second time I rented it. I rented it previously from NetFlix but did not get a chance to watch it. I sent it back so we could get a new movie that others at home would want to watch.… Read the rest “Babel”