Begining with the inflation of Aunt Marge and the hailing of the nightbus and concluding with the rescuing of Buckbeak the Hippogriff this film does a wonderful job of weaving together the action of what is arguably the best book in the series. The Whomping Willow, Professor Lupin, Sirius Black and all the regular cast and crew are here to lead you through the awkwardness of youth and into a better tomorrow for all of wizarding kind.

Tackle the GED with this over 800 page Test Preparation book. If you do even just the pre-test sections in all five subject areas you should be prepared and on your way to passing the GED. This book can be used in a variety of ways such as basic study, take the Post-Test in the back of this book. Then Register for the GED. Then use this book to go back and study your weakest areas and re-take only the subject areas that you did not do well in. Due to the weight of this book it's going to be hard to use it on the go or at work. For those instances you can get the GED app. MHE FLASHCARD APP FOR THE GED TEST

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For someone with good reading comprehension who hates graphs, tables, charts, and the like than this book is going to be your ideal book. It explains much of the theory behind the different test sections and how different components are put together. If you use only this book to study however, I feel your highest score might not be achieved only because it doesn't contain the maximum number of raw-whole tests and for the mathematically disinclined (or simply anxious!) I would go with the McGraw-hill Test Preparation series book. If you are not in a rush to take the test and you have time to dip your toes in the water slowly than this could be a great starting point.

This is an epic Kung-Fu love story triangle. Full of love, lust, betrayal, lies, jealousy and mythical powers loyalty in the face of death is explored. To what ends would you go to save someone and risk your own life in the process? What if; eventually you made the wrong move in life? This film will bring up many thought provoking philosophical questions regarding your approach to love and attachment. The technique for the physical stunts is impressive. A joy to behold!

Here is the true story of Katharine Elizabeth Cook, co-creator of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator which has remained intact for decades. This is a satisfyingly thorough telling of her early, mid, and later years and educational and other factors that affected her mindset and ambitions. Interesting anecdotal information on how she treated her children as live test subjects for behavior conditioning which interested her naturally and intrinsically incorporated her 'research' into her life as a new mother. The publication of this book is a tremendous achievement for Merve Emre and the University of Oxford. Bravo. Well done.

Ballers season three has some true gem laugh out loud moments, including but not limited to a very satisfying dinner party fight, pro-football client post concussion drama and problems for one of Spencers’ clients when he fails the leagues urine test. One could almost keep up with the drama if Spencers’ top lady weren't on the opposite side of the biggest deal of his life, and one didn't feel for his anxiety over his fertility issues and waffling over whether or not to take a break and do family instead. As luck would have it, all the usual swag and the rest of the supporting cast really are given a chance to shine, perhaps foreshadowing decisions to be made in future episodes.  While not the most feminist show and certainly not the most PG-13 rated episodes there's still plenty of 'powerhouse' female roles and dry wit and top notch screen writing to keep viewers happy.

The Matrix is the film that really catapulted the Wachowski brothers (now sisters) into fame. Interesting facts on what influenced them to construct this film and have the foresight to envision the modernization of technology and AI decades before it was available are listed on Wikipedia. This is the first one in what has become a series. Check it out.

Animal Odd Couples by PBS is sure to be a new favorite. This is a cute 60minute tour of animal science documented cases of pair bonding between different animal species. This also includes interesting partial narration by Temple Grandin and footage of how research is conducted on monkeys. Why not enjoy a movie that will appeal to the whole family by giving this one a try. There are some cute moments not to be missed and this film has one of the broadest appeal bases of all time.

Here is the cinematic condensed version of how our top notch team of wizards are able to put all the magic that they have learned throughout their lives to work for their friendships and the betterment of the world. The inability to return to Hogwartz becomes their chance to demonstrate the best of their talents, both seperately and apart in an attempt to ensure the freedom of the magical and muggle world. Interdependency in the face of dark times is the moral of the story and it is great to watch the characters/actors mature and ripen on screen together. Unfortunately it is a very long 'school year' and the cinematographer had a hard time squeezing all the action in so it ends on a very unfinished and unsettling note. (Unsettling because there are at least 5 Horcruxes still missing, and instead of having just his parents to avenge, now Dumbledore has died so Harry has a seemingly impossible odds to beat, all the weight of adulthood and a loss of innocence is upon him and cannot be shaken.) Riveting.

With interesting characters and well-crafted scenery from start to finish, here is a classic dinner theater plot. A murder has taken place on the train and the viewer feels like they are on the train and despite all the action, it's not clear who the culprit is or if the train is secure at all. The only part of this that felt extremely awkward was the dialect. Poirot sounds appropriate but due to the different native accents, it just feels all over the board. However; the average audience viewer will likely be able to overlook this and there are some powerful scenes, and feels not entirely fluffy; but I can't help wondering what a truly modernized version would have looked like. (cell phones and such) There are so many big names in this film it is distracting from the actual crime and it works in the film's favor.

This is obviously a short read but one that should not be under-estimated. The title 'Larger than Life' illustrates the bond between all life forms. Most specifically, Picoult highlights the salient and at times tumultuous bond between mother and child. Detailing Alice's undying love for rescued elephant, Lesego, underpinned by Alice's turbulent relationship with her mother, the reader is left with a book to remember for sure!

And who wouldn't appreciate a book about elephants and Botswana. Smiling! 

All in all this was a whimsical journey from 19th century Edinburgh to the land of Andalusia in search of love with a boy with unconventional heart strings. Notwithstanding Malzieu's particular descriptions of characters and events, I would have rated the book 2 stars. It was the fanciful depictions that saved the novel. 

I would recommend for those with a propensity for love stories and magical realism.

As a 30-something African American, it's hard to imagine a time when non-whites were treated with such inhumane treatment and expected to consider themselves as less-than. Needless to say, I was appalled by certain parts of the book. But, Mr. Dawson's reaction to most situations overpowered the evilness he was faced. All who read this book will be better off because of it! This is one of those books that sticks with you through life and will make you feel a great need to work hard and do right by people- Mr. Dawson's motto!

"Brave doesn't mean you're not scared. It means you go on even though you're scared." 
Provoking, Intriguing, Riveting....I couldn't put it down. This book is about using your voice. Taking a stand. Understanding your power. Teens need empowerment in the necessary tools, strategies and platforms to make their voices heard. This book places just another tool in that box for teens to pull from. Angie Thomas made her mark in the literary world but most importantly she established a literary compass in the works of African Americans on this topic. 

I commend Angie for her bravery.

This book is rather memorable, dare I say thought altering. Before my daughters were born; money didn't really hold much importance in my life as I was only responsible for myself and I lead a very simple life. BUT, when my first daughter was born money to me became this worrying necessity. Will I ever have enough? What schools will she go to? Where will I live? All of these futuristic questions began to emerge and money was the underlying, unsteady factor.  I've since had another child and I've yet to get back to my simple care-free worry-for-nothing life. I understand that worrying goes hand-in-hand with motherhood. However, reading this book made me return to a point where money has not been personified. Money is an object a means to an end. I no longer worry about spending it or if I should have saved it. I feel more free in my decision making...less affected emotionally. Notwithstanding that I have an adequate salary and savings, I still believe that after reading this book I have released the grip money had on my psyche and for that I am grateful! 

Given this account of Suelo's money-less lifestyle, am I intrigued enough to go full throttle? No, can't see that happening. However, his life is an inspiration and an eye-opener to things I could stand to change in my lifestyle. His way of life is no way conducive to child-rearing, as much as I can see. Once my children are older and self-sufficient I WILL however, sell my home for a smaller domain possibly get rid of my car and take other larger more apparent steps toward a more simpler lifestyle. Until then, it'll have to be the small things that count. 

A must-read!

This book was a disappointment:( The writing was superb no qualms about that but the storyline left MUCH to be desired. As a visitor of Botswana for about 2 months I appreciated the lethargic cultural analogies and her ability to smoothly integrate Setswana phrases, euphemisms and dialog. 

Regarding the storyline; I wanted MORE! The white dog was not a main character not that I was expecting the dog to be but I at least expected the dog to be an integral part of the climax- not so. And what climax? The book simply fizzed to a halt. The white dog while endearing in the first 100 pages was left in a depressed state awaiting Isaac's return for the remainder 250 pages. I could have done without the intrinsic details of Alice's love life and she could have certainly left out the extra characters that only made the prose that much more shallow and forgettable. I rate this book 2 stars based on her innate writing abilities and the Botswana/South Africa backdrop but would not recommend this book.

The simple idea that water holds positive and negative energy and to see this materialize is quite astonishing. No doubt after finishing this gem, you will find yourself safeguarding the energies around you. The pernicious nature of negativity is no less permeable than in your water!

Loved this and deserves to be re-read often. 

This book was okay. I am still riding high from Mark Hyman’s ‘Food: What the Heck Should I Eat’ rush. I did appreciate the succinct, unpretentious delivery of the subject matter. Many food related books feel the need to repute themselves with facts, figures, studies and statistics. This book based itself on modest phrases like ‘Pay more. Eat Less’ or ‘Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants.’ This book was a defense of food and a defense of the culture of eating in America. In essence, Pollan is proposing that all of American culture slow down to appropriate the correct amount of time to prepare real food and eat this food with people. He references many cultures outside of the US to include Africa and China who “do it right”. He also stressed the importance of maintaining integrity of the relationship between the growers and eaters of food. Eat local. The shorter your food travels to you; the better. Go to farmers markets. Meet the people who grew your food. Ask questions. Even further, maintain your own garden. The most organic food we can have is the food grown in our own backyards. 

Takeaways: 
Make dinner with real ingredients. Eat slowly. Create a culture of eating with family. Eat food that has eaten real food. Pay more for quality ingredients. All food is much greater than the sum of their nutritional parts. Nutritionism was created as a result of backlash from the food industry to restrict certain foods as such scientists and journalist recommend certain vitamins and minerals opposed to actual foods. Do not eat anything that your grandmother would not recognize. Humans have not evolved to eat pure fructose/glucose/sucrose in the form of high fructose corn syrup. This salient form of sugar will make us sick. Food is not simply fuel. Do not treat your bodies like a gas station. Do not eat where you fuel your car. Stay on the outskirts of supermarkets. Do not eat anything that has a health claim on it. The small traces of B12 needed in the body can be found on dirty or almost expired fruits and vegetables. Meat is not necessary in the diet but one serving a day does not hurt. Eat mostly plants. Eat until you are 80% full. (Re)learn your satiety sensors. Use smaller plates. Use glasses that are taller; rather than wider. 

Overall, the tips and guidelines offered while not the most comprehensive on the topic will certainly stick with me as I traverse this American food terrain. I certainly feel better equipped.

Eddie Brock is a struggling reporter who steps over the line, ending both his career and that of his fiancé. Now on the fast track to no-where alone, Eddie's managing to survive. 

 Then, he receives a desperate call to expose deadly human trials at a Corporation trafficking in extraterrestrial life forms. When Eddie frees one of the test subjects, he is exposed to a parasite. 

The alien needs a host to survive on earth and Eddie's just become the creature's new ride. As the two life forms bond, Venom learns to love earth and is determined to stay. But first he has to prevent an alien invasion. Can he use Eddie to save the world?

This movie will appeal to fans of Dead Pool and Wolverine. 

Great! You are ready to make a game! I had high hopes for this book because I really wanted to make some games that are similar or identical to the ones offered in this book, however the actual code is not portrayed the way it is on (Pycharm/IDLE etc) so I don't feel this book is actually going to be useful or a favorite unless it is a parent-child combo of super collaborative people that are picture people. Your child is either going to love or hate this book. For an all black and white Python book I recommend Python in a Nutshell instead but it's an adult level manual. This book has minor errors in the code but the solutions are readily findable online so a child will likely need adult assistance so I'm giving 3 stars out of 5.