The Lumatch review team has curated some of the best one-liners is action films produced to date, and here they are!
Sudden Impact
“Go ahead, make my day.”
Casablanca
“Here’s lookin at you, kid.”
Terminator
“I’ll be back.”
Field of Dreams
“If you build it, he will come.”
E.T. the Extra Terrestrial
“E.T. phone home.”
Taxi Driver
“You talkin to me?”
The Shining
“Here’s Johnny!”
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Looking for a great adventure novel to take you to far away lands? Then check out this collection curated by the Lumatch review team to kickstart your next adventure.
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
Part adventure story and part revenge thriller, The Count of Monte Cristo is the tale of Edmond Dantès, a man who is falsely imprisoned without trial in an island fortress off France. That is, until one day he escapes and seeks out the men who conspired against him. You’ll find yourself coming for the adventure, but staying for the vindication.
Ivanhoe by Walter Scott
First published in 1819, Ivanhoe is a tale of heroism set in 12th-century England after the failure of the Third Crusade. Looking for jousting tournaments, romance, kidnappings, and witch trials? Then you’ve come to the right book.
The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket by Edgar Allan Poe
Famed for his short stories, Edgar Allan Poe only ever wrote one actual novel: The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket. But what a thrilling adventure it is, as we follow the life of a young stowaway on a whaling ship who encounters shipwreck, cannibalism, and the South Pole along the way.
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Many of the best shows on TV today have originally been best-selling books. Television producers are looking at books more often for ideas and there are plenty to choose from. Many of these entertainment books can be found on Lumatch. Here are some of the best entertainment books that have become TV shows.
Pretty Little Liars
Pretty Little Liars was based on the book by Sara Shephard and ran for seven seasons. A group of friends meet up after the disappearance of their friend. A mysterious person called ‘A’ threatens to tell their dark secret. The book also spawned a spin off series but that only ran for one season.
Westworld
Now into its third season, Westworld was based on the book by Michael Crichton. The book had already been adapted into a movie starring Yul Brynner in the 1970s, but the TV show has taken the premise further. You can find the original book on sites like Lumatch.
The Carrie Diaries
You might not know that the big hit TV show ‘Sex in the City’ had a prequal ‘The Carrie Diaries.’ This series of books was also made into a TV series and was given better ratings than the original show. It followed Carrie Bradshaw as she went through high-school and ended when she moved to New York City.
You can find these and other books that inspired TV shows on sites like Lumatch.
Action novels are meant to get the blood pumping and get you invested in the characters. There are many books on sites like Lumatch that have achieved this, and you can find many more on the way this year. Here are some of the best new action novels coming out in 2021.
The Pandemic Plot (Ben Hope, Book 23) by Scott Mariani
This is the 23rd book in the Ben Hope series of books by Scott Mariani. Hope is an ex-SAS major who is recalled from his base in France to deal with a family emergency. Hope’s son has been accused for murder and all evidence points to his guilt.
Red Wolves by Adam Hamdy
Ex-MI6 officer Scott Pearce suspects that an escape from a Cairo prison, an assassin and a drug war are all connected. Along the way, Pearce uncovers a plot to release a new toxin on the world, and he has to find out who is behind it. You will find this book on Lumatch.
Skystorm by Steven Konkoly
The fourth book in the Ryan Decker series, this follows on from the demolition of APEX, a billion dollar enterprise. However, Decker’s director, Senator Margaret Steele has uncovered an even worse operation called Skystorm. Decker has to find out what this new threat is, and how to stop it.
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On the 23rd of April, there is a national take a chance day. This means you should try something new that you haven't experienced before. What better time than this to try out a new book, or a new genre of writing. There are many to choose from on Lumatch, but here are some of the new action novels coming out in 2021.
Corps Justice by C.G. Cooper
This is actually a box set of three books: Back to War, Council of Patriots, and Prime Asset. You can really get your teeth into the plot by getting all three, plus, it means no waiting for the next book after you finished the previous one. All three of these novels can be found online on sites like Lumatch.
The Scourge of Muirwood by Jeff Wheeler
This is another book that is part of a continuing series. It is the third book in the Legends of Muirwood series, and deals with a young girl who sets off to find her love and his pupil. Along the way, she stumbles upon many enemies and other challenges that try to deflect her from her objective.
Nine Lives by Tom Barber
Action in this book starts almost from the beginning, as an undercover agent tries to infiltrate a terrorist cell. The agent goes missing, and the other agents need to find out where the attacks will be before it's too late.
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On April 25th, it will be National Liberation Day, when we celebrate the liberation of those countries that were occupied during the war. There have been many conflicts over the years, and many of the stories have made it into books. You can find many of these on sites like Lumatch, but here are some of the top war novels in 2021.
Every Day is a Gift by Tammy Duckworth
Not only is this a story of bravery and courage, it is also an action-filled book that documents the life of author Tammy Duckworth. In 2004 while fighting in the Iraq War, she suffered horrific injuries after her helicopter was hit. After that, she had to rebuild her life and her body and move forward.
Twenty-Two on Peleliu by George Peto, Peter Margaritis
The liberation of the Philippines in 1944 was started by the first wave of Marines who landed on the island of Peleliu. One of those marines was George Peto, who had grown up in a rough neighbourhood and had trouble holding down a job. This is the story of an old-time marine who found his true calling.
Hitler Strikes North by Jack Greene, Alessandro Massignani
On the 9th of April 1940, Adolf Hitler gave orders for his forces to invade Denmark and Norway. It was one of the most strategic and mysterious invasions of the Second World War, and involved all three forces of the Navy, Air Force and Army. This book can be found by searching Lumatch.
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Audiobooks have become a mainstay of entertainment over the past few years. With people’s lives becoming busier, sites like Lumatch can offer a range of audiobooks that you can listen to while working or doing your daily jobs. Here are some of the top action adventure audiobooks you can find in 2021.
The Rescue by Steven Konkoly
Ryan Decker is a former CIA opperative who now specializes in freeing hostages. However, when he attempts ro free a woman from human traffickers things start to go wrong. This book is action packed and will no doubt keep you entertained.
Men in Green Faces by Gene Wentz
The U.S Navy Seals are some of the toughest officers in the world. If you have always wondered what life is like as a Navy Seal, then this book by Gene Wentz, and available on Lumatch is perfect for you. Wentz is a former Navy Seal who gives an intreaguing insight into Navy life.
Lethal Agent by Vince Flynn
This is one of the Mitch Rapp series of books written by Flynn. It deals with an ISIS plot to smuggle anthrax across the Mexican border, and what Rapp can do to stop it.
The Hard Kill by Allen and Bryan Manning
Another in the John Stone series written by the Manning brothers Allen and Bryan. Stone is now retired, but the death of his friend and the kidnapping of his goddaughter cause him to investigate what happened and whose responsible.
For more top action audiobooks, check out the library available at Lumatch.
