Sharpe's Battle, one of a series of books describing the escapades of Richard Sharpe, the best god-damned soldier in King George's army. Plotting and characterization are wonderful, but my favorite part is the atmosphere of the books, which is given a great deal of teeth by the author's extensive historical knowledge. While some facts are ignored or changed to make room for the plot, every book is ended with a historical notes section detailing what has been changed, meaning not only are the books an enjoyable read, they also serve as a decent primer on Napoleonic warfare and the career of Wellington in particular.
What book are you currently reading?
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Boneshaker. I'm not too far in because I just got it for Christmas (and I've been distracted by the Rift beta) but it's supposed to be good.
I'm between two books: Stephen Kings "All Dark, no Stars," and book V. of S.M. Stirling's Emberverse series, "The Scourge of God."
I've read one and a half of the novella's in King's "All Dark," and have loved it so far, but I'm a King fan.
I have lived in most of the cities--or visited most of the sites--of S.M. Stirlings Emberverse series, so it's been neat on that count. As the book left that region for this book, my interest waned, however, so I'm not sure how I can properly convey why I like that series.
Good choices from a lot of you--read it or have wanted to. Sadly, my GF says I read too much, and am often left wanting instead of having when it comes to reading.
I've read one and a half of the novella's in King's "All Dark," and have loved it so far, but I'm a King fan.
I have lived in most of the cities--or visited most of the sites--of S.M. Stirlings Emberverse series, so it's been neat on that count. As the book left that region for this book, my interest waned, however, so I'm not sure how I can properly convey why I like that series.
Good choices from a lot of you--read it or have wanted to. Sadly, my GF says I read too much, and am often left wanting instead of having when it comes to reading.
Michael Chrichton's "Timeline", based on my friend's urging that it is the best book ever written.
finished temple of the serpent which rocked out loud. now im working my way through basically the last 5 years of DC comics. does that count?
I just started Brent Week's The Black Prism. I read Night Angel and just love the guys style.
Something about an author with the ballz to thank creepers that read the acknowledgements is well... refreshing. He's also got a few unconventional twists to his writing style that are refreshing after a semester of trudging through overly-snobby-lit.
Something about an author with the ballz to thank creepers that read the acknowledgements is well... refreshing. He's also got a few unconventional twists to his writing style that are refreshing after a semester of trudging through overly-snobby-lit.
Shooting an Elephant and Other Essays by Orwell. It keeps making me wish he was still alive to make sociopolitical commentary.
I'm reading "Drop Shot" by Harlan Coben - the second book in a really entertaining crime/mystery series, if a little silly.
I'm trying to start The Wheel of Time series and am failing miserably. I don't get how I can read through LotR without a problem, but any other long-winded fantasy makes me cry.
Currently it's The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler and I'm loving it. Soon I'll be moving on to some more serious reading like The Prince by Machiavelli, The Communist Manifesto, Plato's Republic, Sun Tzu's Art of War and 1984.
Haven't read a book in years. So glad I've started again.
Haven't read a book in years. So glad I've started again.
I am currently reading G.m. Martins game of thrones, Robert Jordan's winters heart, Max Brooks World war Z, Glenda Larks storm lord series and S.M. sterling's dies the fire. I cycle between books everyday if your wondering how I read so many books at the same time.
This thread reminds me of another book i read recently. Free Radical by the escapists very own Shamus Young. Absolutely fantastic book that i encourage all sci-fi fans to read (its also free)
Here is a link, you're welcome =D
http://www.shamusyoung.com/shocked/
Here is a link, you're welcome =D
http://www.shamusyoung.com/shocked/
What is this book that you speak of? is it some indie game or something?
OT: I am finally getting around to reading Eldest and then gonna read Brisingr after that.
OT: I am finally getting around to reading Eldest and then gonna read Brisingr after that.
