Wonderful modern Reboot
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It's an indispensable tool for a science teacher.  It covers astronomy, global warming, evolution, extinction events, the progression of science, physics, chemistry and historical perspectives in an intelligent but approachable way.  Have a filler day: Cosmos.  Your baby just got sick and daycare wants you to leave school and take him now: any sub can handle Cosmos.  Depending on the subject I will show various clips, as the visuals are cutting edge and the sense of wonder at all we have discovered though science is made palpable by Neil deGrasse Tyson.  I have had other teachers borrow this off me and students that have never seen th show come up and ask about it after seeing it!  Showing these videos is never a waste of education, especially when paired with a video questionnaire (Google moviesheets).
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Many decry this new Batman as pailing in comparison to earlier animated versions of the character, however, I completely disagree.  I think the character redesign (more of a neo-retro look for the character) is smart and intelligent, the animation (although influenced heavily by the more manga style of today's animated television shows) works wonderfully and is fast paced enough for today's "seen it all" audiences to keep the viewer interested, and the villian redesigns are some of the best I've seen for the Batman mythos.

Being a huge Batman fan, regardless of the media in which the character appears (i.e.- comic books, movies, animation, action figures, etc.), I consider myself someone who is very hard to please.  I was thoroughly impressed by the Batman Animated series of the late 90's and loved even more the New Adventures of Batman animated series that followed several years later.  In other words, I've been following the animated incarnations of this character for quite some time.  That being said, in my humble opinion, this new The Batman animated series is a more than worthy update to the previous incarnations and then some!  It's definitely a different interpretation, but it never loses it's connection to the true essence of the character, which is very important.  It's dark where it needs to be, humorous where appropriate, and constantly keeps me guessing as to how each new/old character will be interpreted.

I recommend purchasing this Season 1 disk very highly.  Hopefully you'll enjoy the show as much as I do!
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What an amazing reboot to such a FUN game. Excellent 3D platforming, truly funny humor, gorgeous graphics, and tight gameplay. I cannot wait for them to do a new one on the PS4, this improved upon the already-excellent original in every way.
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Having read the original Robinson Crusoe I can say this modern adaptation certainly takes it for inspiration but puts a twist on it that is new, a merging of elements of dystopian futures that manages to be fresh unlike others I have read recently. I will most certainly be buying book 2.
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Surprisingly enjoyable reboot of the Archie franchise. The new look and feel is kind of refreshing. I'm not sure how new readers will respond to it, but as someone who grew up with Archie comics I thought the new series was a well-done update and fun to get into.
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This a fun and refreshing update on the old "Odd Couple" plotline.  Both actresses shine in what are truly boundary-breaking roles.  Great character development at a slow but steady pace with jokes and snarky comebacks that rise naturally out of the situation the girls find themselves in.  The three recurring male characters are, at first take, stereotypical cardboard cut-outs but it soon becomes apparent that the girls are sincerely fond of them; the two-dimensional quality is merely the writers reversing a decades old practice of male writers treating women the exact same way.
Highly recommended.
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Gets back to the originality of the show and characters
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If a year ago you had asked me what I prefer, Marvel or DC? I would have answered Marvel.
But now the history is different. I really support the reboot of the DC Universe since it encourages
new people to comic.
The fist volume of this title is entertaining, very fun to read, and I loved the art.
There is also a little history about Pandora, one of the responsables of this reboot.
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This book is modern, it's original, and it's sleek. Set between real world Vancouver and the virtual world of Wolf's Run, the story builds from a soft and sweet place into something fast-paced as the tension heightens. The characters were fleshed out and multi-dimensional, and I found myself falling in love with them as much as with the story and the wonderful writing. Can't wait to see where this author goes next!
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Whether a fan of Ms. York's or just looking for a new twist on the modern-day romance, this new series is great.

Set in power circles of Washington D.C., an investigative journalist and a Capitol Hill worker decide to work together to solve the mysterious death of the son of a wealthy power broker.

While still featuring some traditionally York features - powerful sex, mind connections, intrigue - this is also a new direction for her.  I really enjoyed this first book, and I can't wait for the next book, Beyond Fearless.
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Excellent read.  Fast, fun and hip retelling of The Tempest.  I loved the cleverly transformed names (Mira for Miranda; Karaburan for Caliban) and the plucky, resourceful, very modern heroine.  I really enjoyed the portrayal of Karaburan and the development of his history and that of his mother.  I am inspired to re-read The Tempest to fully appreciate what Grauer has added.  Her imaginative vision starts with the play then takes off with original characterizations, techno magic and an exciting, page-turning conclusion.  This was my first experience with Steampunk and I found it fascinating.
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This was a really fun reimagining of Pride and Prejudice -- I didn't want to put it down, and it was definitely everything I would have wanted a fantasy Pride and Prejudice with Dragons book to be, had I known I was looking for such a thing. I thought some of the way they adapted the story for this telling felt really smart, particularly for a modern audience, and nothing at all jumped out at me as I read with a "well, that isn't how it's SUPPOSED to be" gut-check.

If you enjoyed the first Temeraire book, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised and pleased with this book, whether you're a Pride and Prejudice fan or not!
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I love this series. This modern version on an old series is the best yet. The light hearted comradere(?)and comedy between the two characters is very entertaining. I give it a thumbs up @ 10. Josie
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For those of us who loved the six "Tales of the City" books in the 70s and 80s, the fact that there is a new, seventh volume is a cause for rejoicing. The fact that "Michael Tolliver Lives" is a worthy addition to the series is even better. With just a couple of missteps, Maupin brings Michael (Mouse), Brian, Mrs. Madrigal and Mary Ann into the 21st century, and the lives they lead 19 years since we saw them last ring true. Mrs. Madrigal is 85; the "kids" are in their 50s, and dealing with what people in their 50s deal with--the independence of children, the deaths of parents, their own impending old ages. Maupin deals with these with grace and intelligence, giving his characters just enough three-dimensionality to get by, and allowing us to fill in the spaces with our empathy. I just wish Maupin didn't feel he had to explain the movie, book and current events references his characters use. Is there anyone reading this book who needs a paragraph explaining who Terry Sciavo (sp?) was, even if we can't spell the name?
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Great remake. As much as I enjoyed the original, this modern rendition is well done.
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I love the new reboot of Star Trek.  This one is even better because of the twist with khan.
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I kind of got excited when i saw that DC and Vertigo were rebooting a lot of there series . Then when i saw that LUCIFER was getting the reboot . I got excited and it to be done by a woman it was even better . In volume two we have Lucifer basically drownin his sorrows in his bar after his epic battle . He is drug back into the fight for control over all of Creation. As he is fighting he sees that the aftershocks of his father's death is taking a toll on everything .
 In this new reboot, the authors aren't afraid to play with the big boys . They bring back some characters and plots that were all but lost in other episodes . The story has a lot of action and lots of characters to digest at the begining . As the book progresses you get caught up in all the action that is taken place . You will not put it down .
 The novel is a little dark but the art work is amazing . The story flows great and i must say i was sucked into the story line . i love DC and i am so happy that they are rebooting some series . So if you want a good series that has a great reboot check it out