Book Review: UnEnchanted by Chanda Hahn

Here is my honest review of the book:

This is the first book in the Series of An Unfortunate Tale.

Photo credit: Goodreads

I got this book for free, so I am not really complaining. I lost sleep (well, it's actually my afternoon nap) trying to finish this right away.  So it's not really a bad book.

The plot is interesting enough, and brings back the readers to the world of fairy tales. BUT, there were serious editing issues that, at first, I thought were merely typo errors - but these errors were repeated many times, so  they're not just typo errors, but serious grammatical issues.

I wish Mina would be less insecure. Granted, she's a strong gal for facing the challenges head-on.

What I love most about this book is the plot, which I've already mentioned. I also appreciate that it is age-appropriate - very appropriate for the YA (young adult) crowd.  I also appreciate that it's not too long - no lengthy narratives, brooding, etc.   It's quite engaging, that's why I said it's promising.

I noticed that there were parts which I felt needed some more transitional scenes for the reader to better understand what's going on. I hope the rest of the series would be improved - editing-wise- because the plot is really promising.

Oh, let me add... Mina is supposed to complete, like, 200 fairy tales... There were only a few (there were only three, I think, or I maybe I didn't count them) mentioned in the book. Maybe the stories will be in the rest of the series (keeping fingers crossed).

Water Service Interruption Brought to You with Love from Maynilad

Like last year, Maynilad will schedule water interruptions during the Holy Week for maintenance purposes. This is the time to have an excuse for smelling bad.

For the schedule, please check the images below:

Or you may also visit Maynilad's website.

Maynilad is providing the following tips on how to store water safely: 

• As much as possible, store water in containers that have covers. Water stored in open containers should be used within one or two days. Boil the water if intended for drinking or cooking.
• Store water in multiple containers, large and small.  Drinking water should be stored in clean and disinfected containers that can be firmly closed.
• Light and warmth promote algae and bacteria growth, so store containers in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Water stored in plastic containers should be kept away from gasoline, kerosene, pesticides or similar substances because vapors from these products can penetrate plastic.
• Never store water in containers that were previously used to store toxic substances.
• Freeze water for additional supply during the water service interruption. Once melted, the ice can be used for cooking or drinking.
• To avoid water contamination, clean cisterns, drums and overhead tanks before filling them with water.
• Empty household bleach bottles can be used to store water for cleaning.
• Use clean food-grade containers to store water for cooking and drinking.
• Disinfected plastic soda bottles, glass canning jars and juice bottles can be used to store water for drinking and cooking.

For further information regarding the Holy Week water service interruption, affected customers may call the Maynilad Hotline 1626.  

Have a blessed Holy Week.

Na-confuse Ako sa Tindang Bag ni Lazada

I was browsing through Lazada's items, searching for a waterproof bag. Then I saw this:

For a closer look, here's the description:

Hehehe.

"Rafting, beach, beach (dalawang beach?), boating, skiing are applicable" (applicable where?)

"Can be used to play at the beach or when drifting, prevent your paraphernalia were immersed in water damage." (HA????)

"When it rains carrying it without fear of being irrigated wet baby, oh!"Yeba! Hindi ko naintindihan!!! Hahahah!  Rice field ba at kailangan ng irrigation? 

Here's another winner description of the product:

"Barrel can be put inside the phone, wallet, camera swimsuit and other items. Is drifting, seaside essential supplies."

So, eto ang pagkakaintindi ko:
1.) Ganun kaliit ang bag- kasya sa phone or wallet! Amazing!! 
2.) May camera swimsuit na pala?
3.) Nagdi-drift ang bag at may dalang essential supplies. Wow, kakaibang ability ito!!!

This is another example of the "annihilation of the English language."

Will I buy it? You know, I'm considering buying one despite the confusing description! Hahahah!

Naman, Lazada, so that your buyers will be properly apprised, please tell your suppliers to provide a decent description of what they are selling.  This is coming from your suki ha!