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Finished:
-Man's Search for Meaning (Victor Frankel) 7/10
-The Motion of the Body Through Space (Lionel Shriver) 8.5/10
-Less Than Zero (Bret Easton Ellis) 6.5/10
-Man's Search for Meaning (Victor Frankel) 7/10
-The Motion of the Body Through Space (Lionel Shriver) 8.5/10
-Less Than Zero (Bret Easton Ellis) 6.5/10
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01-17-2021, 08:51 AM
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2021 so far...
A feast for Crows
The Gray Man
The Gray Man was amazing. Currently reading the sequel, On Target, about half way done.
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call of the wild- jack london - for my puppyhttps://americasfavpet.com/2021/fenrir-a70f
On Target- mark greany
Ballistic - Mark Greany
fall of the house of usher - edgar allen poe
A feast for Crows
The Gray Man
The Gray Man was amazing. Currently reading the sequel, On Target, about half way done.
update
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On Target- mark greany
Ballistic - Mark Greany
fall of the house of usher - edgar allen poe
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Currently reading Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time saga, and I'm on book 5. Not going to read one of these a week. Haha. In for book suggestions though.
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Originally Posted By bradlehman⏩
I am about to begin book 8. There are 14, lol. It may be my favorite series; however, I go through stretches where I don't read it for months and months. Then, I get hooked again and binge. It is definitely a grind.Currently reading Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time saga, and I'm on book 5. Not going to read one of these a week. Haha. In for book suggestions though.
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01-17-2021, 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted By RealLifeAlpha⏩
Out of curiosity, have you read American Psycho? I am wondering whether you have read other Ellis books.Finished:
-Man's Search for Meaning (Victor Frankel) 7/10
-The Motion of the Body Through Space (Lionel Shriver) 8.5/10
-Less Than Zero (Bret Easton Ellis) 6.5/10
-Man's Search for Meaning (Victor Frankel) 7/10
-The Motion of the Body Through Space (Lionel Shriver) 8.5/10
-Less Than Zero (Bret Easton Ellis) 6.5/10
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Originally Posted By PattBattmann⏩
Yeah, I've been tempted to take a break and read something else, including other shorter series I like, but I feel like I should power through so I make sure I finish the series and so I don't forget what's going on in between books.I am about to begin book 8. There are 14, lol. It may be my favorite series; however, I go through stretches where I don't read it for months and months. Then, I get hooked again and binge. It is definitely a grind.
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Originally Posted By bradlehman⏩
That's often my problem. When I jump back in, I basically have to go to Wikipedia to get a refresher on the previous book. There are just so many characters and storylines.Yeah, I've been tempted to take a break and read something else, including other shorter series I like, but I feel like I should power through so I make sure I finish the series and so I don't forget what's going on in between books.
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01-17-2021, 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted By PattBattmann⏩
I haven’t read American Psycho but I intend to read it this year. Do you think it is a better book than Less Than Zero?Out of curiosity, have you read American Psycho? I am wondering whether you have read other Ellis books.
My only real knock against the book was how dull the characters were. They were barely human, which is the point I imagine. At least with American Psycho, I imagine the depravity will be a bit ramped up
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Originally Posted By jreacher⏩
I have heard good things about it but my local library didn't carry any of those books. I just rechecked, and they have the last 4 or 5 so they now have Gunmetal Gray on hold for meCan confirm the Gray Man series is excellent.
I need to get back on it. I didn't realize there are 10 books in the series now.
I need to get back on it. I didn't realize there are 10 books in the series now.

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Originally Posted By RealLifeAlpha⏩
Yes, it is better. Even though Less Than Zero was written before American Psycho, I read the latter first. Forewarning, it's very graphic. TBH, the excessive descriptions actually make it a very comical, funny book, IMO. It is intended to be a dark comedy/satire of the 80s excesses of the yuppies and affluent. You are correct, the characters in Less Than Zero are intentionally supposed to have little emotion or feeling. It is an analysis of how deprave and disconnected society often is.I haven’t read American Psycho but I intend to read it this year. Do you think it is a better book than Less Than Zero?
My only real knock against the book was how dull the characters were. They were barely human, which is the point I imagine. At least with American Psycho, I imagine the depravity will be a bit ramped up
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My only real knock against the book was how dull the characters were. They were barely human, which is the point I imagine. At least with American Psycho, I imagine the depravity will be a bit ramped up
Currently reading Slaughterhouse Five and Tools of Titans by Tim Ferris
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01-18-2021, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted By PattBattmann⏩
Awesome, I am excited to read American Psycho as I am a pretty big fan of the film.Yes, it is better. Even though Less Than Zero was written before American Psycho, I read the latter first. Forewarning, it's very graphic. TBH, the excessive descriptions actually make it a very comical, funny book, IMO. It is intended to be a dark comedy/satire of the 80s excesses of the yuppies and affluent. You are correct, the characters in Less Than Zero are intentionally supposed to have little emotion or feeling. It is an analysis of how deprave and disconnected society often is.
I didn’t think LTZ was a bad book at all, and understood what Ellis was going for with the characters, but to me Clay was just some boring coked out copycat of Holden Caufield.
I will say — really impressive that Ellis wrote this at age 19
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Here's an outstanding book for the fantasy crew; Rage of Dragons. High potential series by an author called Evan Winter. Prose isn't as good as NOTW but probably the best fantasy book I've read since and I've tried out quite a few.
Normally prefer my fantasy books to exclude dragon *******ry but they only play a minor role in the book so happy to overlook it. Classic revenge tale.
About to begin the 2nd book which came out last year.
I also read a book from each of Will Wights other series after devouring all 8 cradle books but the other series are pretty chit.
Normally prefer my fantasy books to exclude dragon *******ry but they only play a minor role in the book so happy to overlook it. Classic revenge tale.
About to begin the 2nd book which came out last year.
I also read a book from each of Will Wights other series after devouring all 8 cradle books but the other series are pretty chit.
01-21-2021, 09:28 AM
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Lose the Resume ended up not being too bad, enjoyed the parts about narrowing down companies and geographic areas.
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So first book I read this year is am educational book that provides some good ideas for use in a classroom. Doesn't need to be read vey anyone outside education but it's a good instructional manual on approaching the beginning of the year with tips on how to be successful in the classroom. It's not perfect but it is a decent start.
Book 2 is Don Quixote which is a well known satirical story about a "knight" approaching a world lacking in knights. A delusional but funny trip in ones mind. The book was an enjoyable read and would have been an amazing 350 page book but was quite long winded.
1:First Days of School by Harry Wong 9/10
2: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes 7/10
Book 2 is Don Quixote which is a well known satirical story about a "knight" approaching a world lacking in knights. A delusional but funny trip in ones mind. The book was an enjoyable read and would have been an amazing 350 page book but was quite long winded.
1:First Days of School by Harry Wong 9/10
2: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes 7/10
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Originally Posted By DarkAvenger⏩
That can't really be his name.....Harry Wong, lolSo first book I read this year is am educational book that provides some good ideas for use in a classroom. Doesn't need to be read vey anyone outside education but it's a good instructional manual on approaching the beginning of the year with tips on how to be successful in the classroom. It's not perfect but it is a decent start.
Book 2 is Don Quixote which is a well known satirical story about a "knight" approaching a world lacking in knights. A delusional but funny trip in ones mind. The book was an enjoyable read and would have been an amazing 350 page book but was quite long winded.
1:First Days of School by Harry Wong 9/10
2: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes 7/10
Book 2 is Don Quixote which is a well known satirical story about a "knight" approaching a world lacking in knights. A delusional but funny trip in ones mind. The book was an enjoyable read and would have been an amazing 350 page book but was quite long winded.
1:First Days of School by Harry Wong 9/10
2: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes 7/10
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2. Marko Kloos – Orders of Battle 4/5
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4. Mike Shel – Sin Eater 4.5/5
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Any Glen Cook fans? I can definitely recommend the entire Garrett P.I. series (sort of fantasy noir detective novels). Some of my favorite books.
I also recommend the better-known Discworld series by Sir Terry Pratchett.
I also recommend the better-known Discworld series by Sir Terry Pratchett.
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Originally Posted By bradlehman⏩
I liked the first four or five of the Glen Cook - Black Company books. Once they shifted narrator to Murgen or whatever his name was, they went downhill. He seemed too whinyAny Glen Cook fans? I can definitely recommend the entire Garrett P.I. series (sort of fantasy noir detective novels). Some of my favorite books.
I also recommend the better-known Discworld series by Sir Terry Pratchett.
I also recommend the better-known Discworld series by Sir Terry Pratchett.
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finished Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut today -- really enjoyed it.... 7.5/10
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Originally Posted By sl_17b⏩
I have a Black Company book I haven't read yet. Tempted to read through the whole Garrett series again soon. Love those.I liked the first four or five of the Glen Cook - Black Company books. Once they shifted narrator to Murgen or whatever his name was, they went downhill. He seemed too whiny
01-23-2021, 04:18 PM
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6. Rhythm of War
At 57 hours in audio I've been picking at this one for a LONG time and also had several library holds push it to the side. Another epic installment in the series, Sanderson managed to crank the stakes even higher while finally starting to show the first hints of his endgame. And no spoilers but the showdown he teases from the very beginning of the book gets paid off in spades in the finale.
He mentioned in the intro to this one that the proposed 10 book series is two 5 book blocks of story so the next book may have some deeper answers.
At 57 hours in audio I've been picking at this one for a LONG time and also had several library holds push it to the side. Another epic installment in the series, Sanderson managed to crank the stakes even higher while finally starting to show the first hints of his endgame. And no spoilers but the showdown he teases from the very beginning of the book gets paid off in spades in the finale.
He mentioned in the intro to this one that the proposed 10 book series is two 5 book blocks of story so the next book may have some deeper answers.
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I need some good books to immerse myself in, watching too much tv and using social media way too much, need to get back to the book.
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
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Originally Posted By Dirtymanjames⏩
Fantasy - did you read the First Law trilogy by James Abercrombie? He nails the gritty fantasy vibe - I don't normally like fantasy at all and his books hooked me hard.I need some good books to immerse myself in, watching too much tv and using social media way too much, need to get back to the book.
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
For nonfiction check out the books of Mary Roach - she's a nonfiction writer like bryson: picks a topic and writes a book about exploring it as a novice. If one of her books sounds interesting to you I can almost guarantee you'll enjoy it.
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
Das it. I felt this was the slowest of the four books so far, but it had some of the best moments of the series. A bit of a slog at times, but WELL worth it.6. Rhythm of War
At 57 hours in audio I've been picking at this one for a LONG time and also had several library holds push it to the side. Another epic installment in the series, Sanderson managed to crank the stakes even higher while finally starting to show the first hints of his endgame. And no spoilers but the showdown he teases from the very beginning of the book gets paid off in spades in the finale.
He mentioned in the intro to this one that the proposed 10 book series is two 5 book blocks of story so the next book may have some deeper answers.
At 57 hours in audio I've been picking at this one for a LONG time and also had several library holds push it to the side. Another epic installment in the series, Sanderson managed to crank the stakes even higher while finally starting to show the first hints of his endgame. And no spoilers but the showdown he teases from the very beginning of the book gets paid off in spades in the finale.
He mentioned in the intro to this one that the proposed 10 book series is two 5 book blocks of story so the next book may have some deeper answers.
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Originally Posted By MrBourbon⏩
Sweet all check them out , thanksFantasy - did you read the First Law trilogy by James Abercrombie? He nails the gritty fantasy vibe - I don't normally like fantasy at all and his books hooked me hard.
For nonfiction check out the books of Mary Roach - she's a nonfiction writer like bryson: picks a topic and writes a book about exploring it as a novice. If one of her books sounds interesting to you I can almost guarantee you'll enjoy it.
For nonfiction check out the books of Mary Roach - she's a nonfiction writer like bryson: picks a topic and writes a book about exploring it as a novice. If one of her books sounds interesting to you I can almost guarantee you'll enjoy it.
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Originally Posted By Dirtymanjames⏩
Rage of Dragons and the sequel Fires of Vengeance dead srs.I need some good books to immerse myself in, watching too much tv and using social media way too much, need to get back to the book.
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
9/10 series so far and only loses 1 mark for flirting very briefly with wokeness as modern fantasy and Sci fi authors tend to do. Fortunately it's not ham-fisted and lasts only a few lines.
Uses a caste system a lot like the red rising series and is fundamentally a revenge tale in the same vein as the movie gladiator. It's good chit.
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2. American Gods -Neil Gaiman(re-read, but I'm still counting it)
3. Waterloo -Bernard Cornwell
It was about time I read in depth about one of the greatest historic battles the world has known. It was an exciting and very informative read. It was fascinating to read about the squares that the British infantry formed to repel the French cavalry, and the scissors, paper, stone game that the infantry formations had to play in terms of reacting to the various methods of enemy threat.
3 books down and still In January. I will try and document each book in this thread as I finish it (which I didn't do last year).
3. Waterloo -Bernard Cornwell
It was about time I read in depth about one of the greatest historic battles the world has known. It was an exciting and very informative read. It was fascinating to read about the squares that the British infantry formed to repel the French cavalry, and the scissors, paper, stone game that the infantry formations had to play in terms of reacting to the various methods of enemy threat.
3 books down and still In January. I will try and document each book in this thread as I finish it (which I didn't do last year).
Cook the man some eggs!
01-24-2021, 04:37 AM
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Originally Posted By Dirtymanjames⏩
Check out Bernard Cornwell for historical fiction. Nearly all of his books are gritty like the First Law series.I need some good books to immerse myself in, watching too much tv and using social media way too much, need to get back to the book.
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
I enjoy fantasy like game of thrones, fictional history like Steven press field stuff
Also like travel books like bill Bryson stuff
Wouldn’t even mind some suggestions similiar to like a James Bond or Indiana Jones style read
Yeah, I'm old, been here for years before posting. Son posts as well.
My "Doggies in the Snow" thread:
http://forum.obnoxiousbrutes.com/showthread.php?t=159284441
52 books/52 weeks
I will always try to rep back.
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01-24-2021, 10:35 AM
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3. The Mystic Arts of Erasing All Signs of Death - Charlie Huston - 7/10
The topic of trauma cleaning is definitely interesting and I mostly liked the characters but the story was a tad bit too ridiculous.
The topic of trauma cleaning is definitely interesting and I mostly liked the characters but the story was a tad bit too ridiculous.
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