My Review of Brings the Lightning by Peter Grant

I haven't read many westerns. In fact, I've only read two. Brings the Lightning by Peter Grant is one, and it's good.

The other western I've read is Hondo by Louis L'Amour.

Peter Grant compares favorably to Louis L'Amour, and I would say that he is, at least, on par. At this point, the only thing that L'Amour has over Grant is shear quantity.

Brings the Lightning follows Walt Ames, a former Confederate cavalryman, who is trying to find his purpose in life after the Civil War. Ames' search takes him across the USA to the Utah territory, a journey that is fraught with danger and opportunity. Each hardship that he overcomes brings him closer to his goal and his purpose. But, as you can see by the subtitle of the book, that this is only the beginning.

Grant is a good writer, and the book is well paced, and it shows that this time period is something he is both knowledgeable of, and passionate about. The characters and the plot are both good. None of the characters feel like tropes, and all of them get enough time to flesh them out and for the readers to care about. While the plot could be considered a bit a-typical, it isn't inappropriate for the period and place, nor is it boring - as I stated the journey is full of adventure.

If you're interested in westerns, if you like Louis L'Amour, or if you're looking for something new and never read a western before, I highly recommend Brings the Lightning by Peter Grant. It is an entertaining tale and enjoyable journey. I look forward to reading book 2, as soon as I'm done with my current reading list.

Brings the Lightning is available on Amazon.com and is published by Castilia House.

The Ugly Truth About DACA

By Stefan Molyneux.

Want to know the truth about DACA? Watch this video. Watch it in its entirety.

Meanwhile, attempted border crossings have increased. Allowing amnesty will trigger chain immigration. It will also cost up to $115 billion - that's money that could be spent building the wall.

Breitbart isn't the only one talking about the negatives either, there are plenty of articles on both side.

What are the positives if DACA is allowed to stay? There is none. Unfettered immigration will fundamentally change the USA - just like it's changing Europe. There is no magic dirt. Illegal aliens aren't here for our benefit, they're here for theirs, and theirs alone.

My Review of Hitman's Bodygaurd

Hitman's Bodyguard is an un-apologetically fun movie. Ryan Reynolds gets to play the straight man, while Samuel Jackson get's to be the zany, fun guy - and it works! The supporting cast are also good, from Salma Hayek and Elodie Yung to the guys who play the goons.

It is by no means a perfect movie. There was a weird choice in how they lit some of the shots, where the light just blooms in a surreal way. There is also a scene where the music is just too loud - that may have been the theater's fault. Some of the CGI also isn't great.

Despite all of that, this movie had me laughing. The role reversal between the two stars was a good decision, both actors genuinely appeared to be enjoying themselves. Salma Hayek is hilarious despite her few scenes. Elodie Yung is good, and did a good job.

Thankfully, there is very little political correctness, feminism, or SJW bullshit in this film. Hayek's character kicks the ass of every single patron during a bar fight, but it's so over the top, it can' be considered anything but comedy. Yung's character also has a good fight scene that accurately enough portrayed the real life physical differences between men and women. Reynolds' and Jackson's fight scene is well choreographed and well shot, and was fun to watch.

Additionally, the attention to detail was quite good as well. While it probably contained dozens of tropes, it didn't seem like it. The actions scenes were good, the comedy was good, and the chemistry between the cast and creators was also good.

Overall, it's a good movie. Set your expectations low, accept the fact that this film is pure fun and was intended to be pure fun, and you'll have a good time laughing your ass off. This is a movie I definitely recommend!

It's been a few weeks...

Since I wrote anything here. I haven't written anything for this month yet, either.

What have I been doing?

Working on things. Things that don't directly benefit this blog.

I can't sustain the rage that prompts my writing on here. I can't sustain the fear either. What does that leave?

Love, but that requires that I love writing this blog. Writing this blog was only ever intended to allow me to have a voice. I have a voice, and thank you all for reading. This would also require me to love my readers - although the statistics on the back end of this site demonstrate that people have read my blog - I don't have any connection with you readers.

Also since this blog lacks any kind of focus, it inherently lacks purpose.

Much to think on, I have.