Monique Hale

Writer, mother, realist, cloud lover, daydreamer, dessert enthusiast, sweet tea addict, perfectionist, and lover of life and Christ, but not in that order. http://www.fanfiction.net/~vikingloverelle

Most commented posts

  1. Book Review: “Dead Reckoning” by Charlaine Harris — 5 comments
  2. Review: The Vampire Diaries “The Reckoning” (Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Vampire Hunter? Klaus, That’s Who.) — 5 comments
  3. Review: True Blood – “Sunset” The Sun Isn’t Setting Fast Enough For Me… — 4 comments
  4. Did You Guess Rosie’s Killer? Review: Season 2 Finale of The Killing – “What I Know” — 4 comments
  5. Review: The Vampire Diaries “Ghost World” (And Jenna Couldn’t Come Back Because…?) — 3 comments

Author's posts

Mar 23 2012

To The Other Side… Review: The Vampire Diaries “Break on Through”

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  • March 23, 2012

  • 6 mins to read

To The Other Side... Review: The Vampire Diaries "Break on Through" 1

I’m still waiting for the defining episode for this season. Hopefully we’ll get it next week because this week’s episode doesn’t do much for me.

Mar 21 2012

Why Does Jess Fall Into the Koi Pond? Review: New Girl “Fancyman Pt. 1”

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  • March 21, 2012

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Why Does Jess Fall Into the Koi Pond? Review: New Girl "Fancyman Pt. 1" 2

Focusing on one person, one plot per episode, works. Having all the characters doing their own thing is disjointed and isn’t entertaining.

Mar 20 2012

Just When You Think You’ve Seen It All… Review: Vampire Mob – Season 2

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  • March 20, 2012

  • 4 mins to read

Just When You Think You've Seen It All... Review: Vampire Mob - Season 2 3

If you haven’t heard of Vampire Mob, get with the program because you’re missing out on something special. The episodes average about five minutes in length, but don’t let that fool you. There’s plenty of comedy packed into each short.

Mar 19 2012

Video – The Walking Dead Cast Looks Ahead to Season 3

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  • March 19, 2012

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Check out this new video interview with Andrew Lincoln (Rick), Sarah Wayne Callies (Lori), Laurie Holden (Andrea), and Norman Reedus (Daryl) if you want a glimpse of what’s next for The Walking Dead.

Mar 19 2012

Book Review: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

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  • March 19, 2012

  • 7 mins to read

Book Review: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 5

I highly recommend this novel to anyone who may be looking for something slightly off the beaten path in the way of YA novels. A strong heroine, extreme living conditions and unpredictable outcomes help The Hunger Games stand out from other dystopian novels of its kind. This is the first in a series of three and by far the best. I’ll leave it to you to decide what you think about the other two books in The Hunger Games saga.

Mar 19 2012

Welcome to Zombieland! I mean, Atlanta… Review: The Walking Dead “Beside the Dying Fire”

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  • March 19, 2012

  • 8 mins to read

Welcome to Zombieland! I mean, Atlanta... Review: The Walking Dead "Beside the Dying Fire" 6

I’m beyond excited about season three. I can’t even put my thoughts into words to express how insane the revelations are, the final shot of the prison (survival at last for the group?!), and Rick growing a pair of balls and laying down the law of the land.

Mar 16 2012

I Knew There Was A Catch To Those Rings… Review: The Vampire Diaries “1912”

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  • March 16, 2012

  • 5 mins to read

I Knew There Was A Catch To Those Rings... Review: The Vampire Diaries "1912" 7

The focus of “1912” isn’t really on the founding council killer; it’s on the Salvatore brothers. They do have a bond. It’s been broken, tried and tested, and now they’re working to repair it.

Mar 14 2012

Review: New Girl “Control” (There’s Nothing Wrong With Being A Neat Freak…)

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  • March 14, 2012

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Review: New Girl "Control" (There’s Nothing Wrong With Being A Neat Freak…) 8

I want to like “Control” more than I do, but I just don’t feel the Schmidt-centric topic which really isn’t very funny.

Mar 13 2012

GAME OF THRONES Begins Its Second Season April 1st

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  • March 13, 2012

  • 6 mins to read

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Game of Thrones returns April 1, 2012 at 9pm on HBO. Spoilers ahead!

Mar 12 2012

Review: The Walking Dead “Better Angels” (A Botched Murder, Kid With A Pistol, and Insta-Zombies!)

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  • March 12, 2012

  • 7 mins to read

Review: The Walking Dead "Better Angels" (A Botched Murder, Kid With A Pistol, and Insta-Zombies!) 10

I’m speechless—there are too many “holy shit!” moments to count, and I’m not sure I can stand the suspense of waiting seven more days until I can get my next The Walking Dead fix.

Mar 07 2012

Review: New Girl – “Injured” (Nick Should Get Tackled By Jess More Often)

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  • March 7, 2012

  • 4 mins to read

Review: New Girl - "Injured" (Nick Should Get Tackled By Jess More Often) 11

Although the first half of the show is hilarious, the second half merely holds its own. I don’t want to be too picky so I’m just gonna say, we can do better next week!

Mar 05 2012

Interview with IronE Singleton (T-Dog) of The Walking Dead

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  • March 5, 2012

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Interview with IronE Singleton (T-Dog) of The Walking Dead 12

Interview with IronE Singleton of The Walking Dead.

Mar 05 2012

So Which One Are You? Review: The Walking Dead “Judge, Jury, Executioner”

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  • March 5, 2012

  • 6 mins to read

So Which One Are You? Review: The Walking Dead "Judge, Jury, Executioner" 13

I know I’m not the only one who wants to know just what the hell was on Carl’s mind when he decides to taunt a zombie.

Feb 27 2012

Review: The Walking Dead “18 Miles Out”

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  • February 27, 2012

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Review: The Walking Dead "18 Miles Out" 14

On a one-to-ten scale, the suspense in “18 Miles Out” is at a 15. I thought for sure Rick was meeting his end, not to mention Shane finding himself trapped by Walkers with no way out. Talk about being on the edge of your seat!

Feb 24 2012

America’s Next Top Model Holds Open Casting Call

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  • February 24, 2012

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America's Next Top Model Holds Open Casting Call 15

America’s Next Top Model Cycle 19 is holding open casting calls across America!

Feb 22 2012

Review: New Girl “Bully” (Scissors, Cheese and Schmidt is a Sex Dog)

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  • February 22, 2012

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Review: New Girl "Bully" (Scissors, Cheese and Schmidt is a Sex Dog) 16

I laughed more than once and quite loudly actually, during “Bully.” We’re getting back to the good stuff it seems and it’s about damn time. I’d like to see Winston have a better role on the show and I don’t know, maybe some more funny scenes overall.

Feb 21 2012

NEW COMEDIES ‘BENT,’ ‘BEST FRIENDS FOREVER’ AND ‘BETTY WHITE’S OFF THEIR ROCKERS’

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  • February 21, 2012

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NEW COMEDIES ‘BENT,’ ‘BEST FRIENDS FOREVER’ AND ‘BETTY WHITE’S OFF THEIR ROCKERS’ 17

NBC announces premieres of new comedy series.

Feb 21 2012

TV News: Jack McBrayer to Guest Star on Archer

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  • February 21, 2012

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TV News: Jack McBrayer to Guest Star on Archer 18

Don’t miss an all new episode of Archer Thursday, February 23, 2012 only on FX.

Feb 20 2012

Review: The Walking Dead “Triggerfinger” (Lori is Stirring Up Trouble… Shane Better Watch Out)

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  • February 20, 2012

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Review: The Walking Dead "Triggerfinger" (Lori is Stirring Up Trouble... Shane Better Watch Out) 19

“Triggerfinger” brings a lot of insight to the group as a whole. Glenn is down on himself for being so self-absorbed, but is that a bad thing? Darryl is pulling away from the group but Carol is determined to keep him from straying too far. Shane is going off the deep end and trying to take Lori with him.

Feb 17 2012

Review: The Vampire Diaries “All My Children” (This Ain’t Your Mama’s Soap Opera)

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  • February 17, 2012

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Review: The Vampire Diaries "All My Children" (This Ain't Your Mama's Soap Opera) 20

“All My Children” is a solid episode. After being left in suspense for quite a few scenes, the ending is what really sets me on edge. The cliffhangers are killer (pun intended) and the writers know just what to do to get keep us clamoring for more.

Feb 15 2012

Review: New Girl “Valentine’s Day” (Where Is The Love?)

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  • February 15, 2012

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Review: New Girl "Valentine's Day" (Where Is The Love?) 21

I want to see Jess in her element but going above and beyond in the laughs department without choking on a cherry. We know Jess is not like other girls but Deschanel just doesn’t play up her talents the way she should.

Feb 13 2012

Review: The Walking Dead “Nebraska” (I Still Don’t Get What the Title Means)

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  • February 13, 2012

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Review: The Walking Dead "Nebraska" (I Still Don't Get What the Title Means) 22

“Nebraska” is a well done return to season two of The Walking Dead. I feel like we’re finally moving forward with the story and things will be different from here on out. While there were a few predictable moments, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by those that were unexpected too.

Feb 10 2012

Review: The Vampire Diaries “Dangerous Liaisons” (A Ball, Botched Murder Attempt, and Unrequited Love)

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  • February 10, 2012

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Review: The Vampire Diaries "Dangerous Liaisons" (A Ball, Botched Murder Attempt, and Unrequited Love) 23

When we learn how dangerous it can be to befriend any member of the original family without some sort of consequence, we understand how aptly titled “Dangerous Liaisons” is. Not only do the vamps look out for themselves, they also have serious hidden agendas that won’t remain hidden for long.

Feb 08 2012

Review: New Girl “The Landlord” (He Loses His Pants and His Damn Mind!)

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  • February 8, 2012

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Review: New Girl "The Landlord" (He Loses His Pants and His Damn Mind!) 24

“The Landlord” brings to mind the craziness we can encounter in the world when we allow ourselves to open up and be nice.

Feb 06 2012

TV News: Glenn Howerton Lends His Voice to FX’s Unsupervised

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  • February 6, 2012

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TV News: Glenn Howerton Lends His Voice to FX's Unsupervised 25

Executive Producer of Unsupervised, Glenn Howerton, lends his voice to the show in two new episodes.

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