At any given time, I am probably reading one book in paper form, another as an audio book, and another on an e-reader. I also keep an anthology or collection in my car, for those long waits. My average rating is between 3 and 4, because I try to seek out good books and authors. One goal is to read all the SF award winners and SF Masterworks. See my profile at Worlds Without End.
Finally, the "social media" info - I am a long-time reader, proud to have completed several summer reading programs as a kid. I recall reading more than 50 books one summer. When I'm not reading, you might find me gaming (board and role play) or working, either as a baseball umpire or with software.
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Good character development, but not a great mystery. The gender of Marion Briem is revealed at last - perhaps accidentally - at the start of chapter 15.
Black Hole War: My Battle with Stephen Hawking to Make the World Safe for Quantum …
A trip through modern particle physics. I love that the math of string theory works so well here, but I hate that it just doesn't seem to describe the real world. Cognitive dissonance!
Shadow of the Giant (2005) is a science fiction novel by American writer Orson Scott …
The last one - except for some short stories. And "Shadows In Flight" which is being written at the moment. I like the characters, but I'm glad to take a break.
Shadow Puppets is a science fiction novel by American author Orson Scott Card, published in 2002. It is the sequel …
Jar City, also known as Tainted Blood (Icelandic: Mýrin, "The Bog") ( listen ), is …
Went from "pretty good" to "can't put it down" about half way through. Recommended!
Saw the movie as a kid . World war 2 story based in the island …
A quick suspenseful read. Haven't seen the movie in forever - that's next.
Pointed this one out to my son - action from the first few pages. Good scifi - will have to read the trilogy soon.
H. G. Wells: FIRST MEN IN THE MOON; ED. BY PATRICK PARRINDER. (Undetermined language, PENGUIN BOOKS)
When penniless businessman Mr Bedford retreats to the Kent coast to write a play, he …
In honor of H.G. Wells birthday :-)
Bean and other members of Ender's Dragon Army return to Earth after their victory in …
Read in audio form, and yes, there's more. Take a break or continue the series?
The Lost Symbol is a 2009 novel written by American writer Dan Brown. It is …
No spoilers here. I enjoyed it.
One of the 100 Best English-language Novels from 1923 to 2005. Interesting story, if a little short. Now I want to play the Thurn and Taxis boardgame.
An interesting read and a nice snapshot of 1983 Roleplaying Game culture. I especially liked reading more about M.A.R. Barker and Tekumel.
When Bean is sent to Battle School, he is constantly compared to the great Ender …
A good audio book. Took a lot longer to read once I lost the commute.
In the middle of an Iowa cornfield, four children find a magic wall that enables …
I'm a sucker for time travel or dimensional travel. A good read for adults or youths.
Eric Shanower: Age of bronze
The story is done well, and I love the facial expressions! The artwork reminds me of Terry Moore.
