book recommendations

[8manpick]

Anyone read Malcolm Gladwell's "David and Goliath" ?

it's just ok. i read "blink" first and his other books have been kinda disappointing. you'll learn some interesting stuff that's fun to talk about over beers.

Hmm. I really liked Tipping Point and Outliers a lot too. Haven't read D&G though.

[steve dave]

I have a new paper white because my OG kindle got smashed in my suitcase and the screen wigged out. I've read online that amazon will replace your kindle for almost any reason though so I'm going to give that a whirl to have a spare. The paper white is amazing, tho.

[Mikeyis4dcats]

Reading "Touching the Void" by Joe Simpson.  Saw the movie based on this a few years ago, but the the book definitely has me by the balls and/or vag.

Good book.   Also like the John Krakauer books.

[michigancat]

I have a new paper white because my OG kindle got smashed in my suitcase and the screen wigged out. I've read online that amazon will replace your kindle for almost any reason though so I'm going to give that a whirl to have a spare. The paper white is amazing, tho.

the paperwhite is a big upgrade over the regular kindle?

[CHONGS]

I have a new paper white because my OG kindle got smashed in my suitcase and the screen wigged out. I've read online that amazon will replace your kindle for almost any reason though so I'm going to give that a whirl to have a spare. The paper white is amazing, tho.

the paperwhite is a big upgrade over the regular kindle?

It's pretty great. 

[steve dave]

I have a new paper white because my OG kindle got smashed in my suitcase and the screen wigged out. I've read online that amazon will replace your kindle for almost any reason though so I'm going to give that a whirl to have a spare. The paper white is amazing, tho.

the paperwhite is a big upgrade over the regular kindle?

yes, it's worth it imo. the built in lighting is uniform and very easy on the eyes. no glare. no need for a lamp at night. very responsive touch screen. only thing I had to get used to is not touching the screen while reading. I had become used to doing this with my old kindle. but, it was only bothersome for a week or so.

[michigancat]

A paperwhite is now on my Christmas wish list.

[big e z]

For those that enjoyed the Reacher novels (Lee Child) and Harry Bosch series (Michael Connelly), try John Sandford, both the Lucas Davenport series and the Virgil Flowers books. Also liked David Baldacci Camel Club series and King and Maxwell books. Just started in on Harlan Coben. Read the Myron Bolitar books, thought they were OK.
Another light read that's pretty good is Kevin Hearne's Iron Druid Chronicles.

[michigancat]

For those that enjoyed the Reacher novels (Lee Child) and Harry Bosch series (Michael Connelly), try John Sandford, both the Lucas Davenport series and the Virgil Flowers books. Also liked David Baldacci Camel Club series and King and Maxwell books. Just started in on Harlan Coben. Read the Myron Bolitar books, thought they were OK.
Another light read that's pretty good is Kevin Hearne's Iron Druid Chronicles.

I have not heard of any of that

[big e z]

Yeah, they are definitely more light and low-brow than the "classics" people were talking about earlier in the thread. I thought I'd bring them up since lee childs and michael connelly were mentioned on page 22

[Lucas Scoopsalot]

I have a Nook HD + and it's an ok tablet. I don't ever use it unless I feel like reading a book on it. I use my smartphone for everything else mobile.

[jmlynch1]

Kindle sale today on amazon.

['taterblast]

Anyone read Malcolm Gladwell's "David and Goliath" ?

it's just ok. i read "blink" first and his other books have been kinda disappointing. you'll learn some interesting stuff that's fun to talk about over beers.

just started d&g. seemed interesting.

[Pete]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

[Cire]

picked up foucaults  pendulum

[Mr Bread]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

[CNS]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

I bought the first Abercrombie a couple weeks ago.  May try it next.

[Pete]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

I will definitely read them, thanks!

I have also recently read the Brandon Sanderson "Mistborn" trilogy, and the Brent Weeks "Night Angel" trilogy.  They were both enjoyable, but cannot hold a candle to GoTs. Night Angle is a bit better if you like more physical action, and Mistborn is better if you like creative and novel magical theories.

[Mr Bread]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

I bought the first Abercrombie a couple weeks ago.  May try it next.

CNS do yourself a giant-sized favor and dig the eff in.  They're great, friend!

[CNS]

Bread, will do.  I bought it based off of this thread and your earlier mention. 

[Mr Bread]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

I will definitely read them, thanks!

I have also recently read the Brandon Sanderson "Mistborn" trilogy, and the Brent Weeks "Night Angel" trilogy.  They were both enjoyable, but cannot hold a candle to GoTs. Night Angle is a bit better if you like more physical action, and Mistborn is better if you like creative and novel magical theories.

At first you won't really be impressed, but then when you start to see how well he writes personalities and dialogue/inner monologue, you'll be all "Oh man, excellent! "  There is also violence and complex political intrigue/scheming just like GoT, plus magic type stuff.  The violence is better described, more vivid than GRRM does it.  Dark adult stuff for sure.  I'm excited for you.

[Mr Bread]

Bread, will do.  I bought it based off of this thread and your earlier mention.

It's really easy to get invested in his characters if you stick with it a bit. 

[michigancat]

Almost done with The Name of the Wind.  I like it.   It's in the fantasy genre.  I've been really headlong down this path since reading the Game of Thrones series a few years ago.  It's strangely satisfying.

I'm really into it too Pete.  I am currently reading American Gods.  It's okay.  You should really, really read Joe Abercrombie's First Law books.  They are legitimately outstanding, particularly if you like GoTs.  The initial trilogy is great (you have to start here), but the best imo is The Heroes.  eff that is a great read.  You'll burn right through them and then be all sad that there aren't more.  Do it!

I will definitely read them, thanks!

I have also recently read the Brandon Sanderson "Mistborn" trilogy, and the Brent Weeks "Night Angel" trilogy.  They were both enjoyable, but cannot hold a candle to GoTs. Night Angle is a bit better if you like more physical action, and Mistborn is better if you like creative and novel magical theories.

At first you won't really be impressed, but then when you start to see how well he writes personalities and dialogue/inner monologue, you'll be all "Oh man, excellent! "  There is also violence and complex political intrigue/scheming just like GoT, plus magic type stuff.  The violence is better described, more vivid than GRRM does it.  Dark adult stuff for sure.  I'm excited for you.

adorbs

[Pete]

Man, I just started the Patrick Rothfuss "Name of the Wind" trilogy, and am contemplating putting it down on moving on to the Abercrombie stuff.   That's not really my style, though.  I like to pound through the entire series before I move on to another one.   This is a pickle.

[Mr Bread]

Man, I just started the Patrick Rothfuss "Name of the Wind" trilogy, and am contemplating putting it down on moving on to the Abercrombie stuff.   That's not really my style, though.  I like to pound through the entire series before I move on to another one.   This is a pickle.

The internet tells me he hasn't finished writing the third book and won't even say when it will be out.

When will book 3 be out?

Rest assured, as I promised for book 2, when there is news about book 3, I will pass it along.  I don’t glean joy from withholding information; when there’s news, I’ll tell you.   

Coast is clear.