Drabble Geeks

Geeks…Being Total Geeks.

Tag: family

One to Save Them All: Pt 1

Drabble Geek's avatar by 1 Comment

There are many times when you start to read a series, you get to the last update available, and then completely forget about the series until years later when that are about five more updates. This is one of those series. I have recently rediscovered a series known as The Fallen. I’m pretty sure that there are seven books in this series, but I only remember two of said books, so I decided to reread and finish the series.

It was just as good as I remember. It was fast-paced and didn’t waste a single scene. This series surrounds angels and religious symbolism. This means that if you are sensitive to this sort of things in books, this probably isn’t the series for you. But if you are okay with this sort of thing, I’m confident that you will enjoy this book. The protagonist relatable and well written. He sticks to his guns unlike many other characters in a similar situation as he. He is also a fighter. He is a genuinely a good character that you want to succeed.

I’ll be writing reviews for this series similar to how I am writing reviews for the Vampire for Hire series. Hopefully, that is an easy format to follow.

Old Homes in Waco, Texas

Drabble Geek's avatar by Leave a comment

I think everyone had the point in life where they can’t understand the appeal of  HGTV. I am officially past that point. Recently, I discovered that Hulu put Fixer Upper on its streaming service. Unfortunately, it is only three seasons, but I hoping that they add more later on. This is one of my favorite renovation shows on HGTV. Instead of doing something else for this blog, I’ve been binge watching these first three seasons. I’m a bit behind on my schedule, but I think it is worth it for the chemistry. Chip and Jo are one of the cutest couples that I have ever seen, and their kids are just so adorable. They should not be allowed to be that cute. It should be against the law. I’m a bit sad that they canceled the show, especially since they got pregnant again. I really want to see the new baby, but at least I know that they are doing well and are happy. But I can still hope that they bring the show back when the baby is older.

How Does It Hold Up: Bones Pt. 1

Drabble Geek's avatar by Leave a comment

Most recently, I have been rewatching Bones. It is one of my favorite procedural shows because of its application of forensic science. I absolutely loved it because it showed science and a real-world application for it. Not only that, but I scientist all had different personalities. I have seen other shows were characters that fall into a certain type all have the same personality. I decided to rewatch this show because I stopped watching the shows a few years before it went off the air. If I am remembering correctly, I stopped watching because I hated a plot line to the story was going down. I’ve seen some promos from after that point where it seemed like to show was getting on a better track before the show ended. The review for right now is on the first half of the show or pre-pregnancy as I like to call it. The first six seasons held some of my favorite episodes. There were some cringe-worthy moments, but I embraced every single one of them. It felt really good to be a part of the squint squad again. I felt every heartbreak and every cry of rejoicing as if I had watched it for the first time. I can definitely see myself watching these six seasons over and over again.

Not Your Typical Vampire Pt. 4

Drabble Geek's avatar by 1 Comment

Standard Disclaimer: If you have not read the book or previous review, please move away quickly. Spoilers ahead.

Read More “Not Your Typical Vampire Pt. 4”

Not Your Typical Vampire Pt. 2

Drabble Geek's avatar by 1 Comment

Before reading this, you might want to read the previous one I wrote for the Vampire for Hire series or better yet read the book. There’s bound to be spoilers if you. If you had already read the book, or want the spoilers, proceed ahead. If not, you’ve been warned.

Read More “Not Your Typical Vampire Pt. 2”

Not Your Typical Vampire Pt 1

Drabble Geek's avatar by Leave a comment

I recently reread of book Moon Dance by J. R. Rain. I loved this series when I was a bit younger, not much younger, but it has been a couple of years. I stopped reading it because I got to the end that the author had written for it, which was about five books, so I was waiting for more to come out. While I was waiting, I, of course, forgot all about it.I was recently looking through my Kindle books, remembered this series, and wanted to see where it had gone to. Turns out that this series, titled Vampire for Hire has fourteen main books and a couple of spin-offs. Being the person I am (who loves vampire novels) decided that I was going to read the entire thing, no matter how bad it gets. And as a first entry, it’s a pretty good one. The story follows Samantha Moon, a recently turned vampire, who is trying to keep her family together by being a Private Investigator so that she can keep her own hours. From what I have read so far, it, of course, keeps that basic vampire tropes, (being unable to go out into sunlight, sleeping through the day, etc.), but adds the element that she is around her human family, taking care of her kids like the average mom, and at the same time trying to keep her secret (horribly at times, I will admit). So far, I think it’s really good, and I have a feeling that it’s going to add to it. Now, instead of reviewing every single book, I’m going to add updates as I read the rest of the books, to show how I’m feeling about it and then give a “full length” review again as I finish the series. At this point, I would suggest checking it out. We’ll just have to wait and see where everything goes.

Those Who Work, Eat

Drabble Geek's avatar by Leave a comment

The protagonist of Shounen Maid takes this every seriously. He is a totally neat freak, who lives with is uncle after the death of his mother. He, in fact, forces himself to be a maid do he doesn’t feel like a free loader and can clean the house to his own content. The premise is kinda flimsy but it’s a watch. I will also admit that you might love this show if you like a very slow going show, but me, I was checking the time every view minutes to see how long I had left. Checking the time is a sure sign that it’s not something you love, but it was something to watch while I was bored.