What Are You Reading 2015 Edition

[Sumant]

Here is my review of 2nd book in mistborn series.

[Don]

belly laugh moment, brought to you by "a crown for cold silver" : "you're about as useful as a eunuch at at orgy" retort "if you'd ever been to an orgy son, you would know that a eunuch has a thousand and one uses if you ask politely."

[Tad]

I've been seeing A Crown for Cold Silver pop up in a lot of places and I wasn't sold, maybe because of the uninspiring cover. Then I read the first chapter online at Orbit and I was hooked. Ordered it and it's arriving today. It was hints of sly humor like you mention that intrigued me. I love a good opening to an epic fantasy.

Does anyone know who Alex Marshall is a pseudonym for?

[Don]

I've been wondering that myself.

[Bill]

I just started Tracker by CJ Cherryh book 16 in the brilliant Foreigner series

[Kate]

Foreigner is on my TBR list.

[Trike]

Don wrote: "belly laugh moment, brought to you by "a crown for cold silver" : "you're about as useful as a eunuch at at orgy" retort "if you'd ever been to an orgy son, you would know that a eunuch has a th..."

If we're talking about post-puberty castration, eunuchs can actually be sex machines.

Unless you have a specific fetish about body fluids, a eunuch would be an extraordinary addition to an orgy.

[Trike]

Finished The Skull Throne and started Discount Armageddon. Also picked up Lock In.

[Rob]

Another review round up.

I finished The Rebirths of Tao and really enjoyed it. (My Review)


I also listened to The Grace of Kings and it was pretty good. (My Review)


Then I listened to Starship Troopers which was OK, but a bit too slow for my liking. (My Review)

Finally I finished Sourcery, which was OK, but not as good as the last few Discworld books. (My Review).

[Sharon]

Currently reading Armchair Safari which is a combination of cybercrime and fantasy via a group of role players/gamers. In some ways doesn't sound as if it should work all that well, but it does. I have no idea if it is 'realistic' since I've never played an on-line role playing game in my life, but both the cybercrime part and the role playing fantasy games are definitely holding my attention.

[Trike]

Sharon wrote: "cURRENTLY READING Armchair Safari which is a combination of cybercrime and fantasy via a group of role players/gamers. In some ways doesn't sound as if it should work all that well,..."

Sounds somewhat similar to William Gibson's The Peripheral as well as books by Cory Doctorow and Charles Stross. I think this is becoming a definite sub-genre.

[Sharon]

Trike wrote: "
Sounds somewhat similar to William Gibson's The Peripheral as well as books by Cory Doctorow and Charles Stross. I think this is becoming a definite sub-genre. "

One of J. D. Robb's "In Death" series books had a virtual reality/ game playing plot as well. Can't remember the title right now ... maybe Fantasy In Death?

[Tracey the Lizard Queen]

Caleb wrote: "Tracey wrote: "I'm about halfway through Rough Magick and loving it, also just started Magic Bites and slowly crawling through The Eye of the World. The l..."

Yeah I took a break from it and haven't missed it, so I think I'll call time on The Eye of the World for now. Might have another shot when I'm in the mood. I really wanted to like it. :(

[Julia]

I'm reading Out on the Wire: Uncovering the Secrets of Radio's New Masters of Story with Ira Glass by Jessica Abel, a graphic novel that will be available in August about producing shows like The Moth, Radio Lab and This American Life on public radio.

[Janny]

Kernos wrote: "I just started Tracker by CJ Cherryh book 16 in the brilliant Foreigner series"

You too! I pounce on the hardcovers on release, every time, she's one of the few authors who wrecks schedule and makes me play hookey.

[Jaime]

I just started The Crystal Shard, my first R.A. Salvatore book. I read mixed reviews about whether to read this one first or Homeland, but decided that since The Crystal Shard was published first I should begin there. Interesting so far.

[Bill]

Jaime wrote: "I just started The Crystal Shard, my first R.A. Salvatore book. I read mixed reviews about whether to read this one first or Homeland, but decided that since The Cryst..."

I read these when they 1st came out in the late 80's and enjoyed them then. They were fun, escapist, but not challenging (which if often just what I need). A lot has happened in fantasy since, which may damage some reader' enthusiasm. I'd re-read it if I could find my copy of the omnibus (SFBC I think). Enjoy

[Maryam]

I just finished The Bone Season and I enjoyed it.

Now I'm reading the Cat out of hell , and it is pretty good .

The two next in queue are The Mime Order and Breaking Gravity

[Beachesnbooks]

Maryam wrote: "I just finished The Bone Season and I enjoyed it.

Now I'm reading the Cat out of hell , and it is pretty good .

The two next in queue are The Mime Order and Breaking Gravity "

I liked The Mime Order better than The Bone Season--I loved the setting in Scion London.

[Maryam]

Jaleenajo wrote: "Maryam wrote: "I just finished The Bone Season and I enjoyed it.

Now I'm reading the Cat out of hell , and it is pretty good .

The two next in queue are The Mime Order and Breaking Gravity ..."

nice, I'll write later which one I like more :)

[Esther]

I have just started The Sparrow.
As a rule I find 'literary' scifi to be dated, not as original as it thinks it is and unable to create a truly emotional bond with the characters (Yes Margaret Atwood and Kazuo Ishiguro I am looking at you)
I am hoping this will be the exception.

[Louise]

Esther wrote: "I have just started The Sparrow.
As a rule I find 'literary' scifi to be dated, not as original as it thinks it is and unable to create a truly emotional bond with the characters (Ye..."

The Sparrow blew me away. It is, so far, my favourite book. Hopefully you won't be disappointed.

[Tessa]

I hated The Sparrow, but I don't think it is dated and the bond with the main character is why I hated it: well-written. Try Alas, Babylon some time--I'd be interested to hear if you think it dated or simply historical. I bonded with those characters so much, I have to re-read it every 5 or 10 years...

[Jaime]

I loved The Sparrow, but I can understand why someone would hate it. I definitely bonded with the main character. A friend of mine recommended the book to me, and I thought it well worth it. The sequel, Children of God is still in my to read pile because of the emotional commitment.

[Roberta]

I believe that "Children of God" should be read immediately after "The Sparrow"; they're really parts of a two-part novel. "Children of God" explains much, especially the ending, of "The Sparrow". Publishing them separately is a disservice to "The Sparrow".

[Trike]

Roberta wrote: "I believe that "Children of God" should be read immediately after "The Sparrow"; they're really parts of a two-part novel. "Children of God" explains much, especially the ending, of "The Sparrow". ..."

I didn't feel that way, as I thought The Sparrow was fine on its own. I read them when they were released.

[Trike]

I finished Lock In by Scalzi. Terrible book that he completely ripped off from other people.

I am disappoint, Johnny.

[Sumant]

Here is my review of best served cold.Although I loved first law but this book was a bit drag for me.

[Thaddeus]

Interesting review of Best Served Cold. A while since I read it, but I did find it a bit too unremittingly grim/gloomy.

[Hank]

Nobody really cares about my plights but I bought The Blade Itself and started reading it. Then The Blinding Knife came in from the library so I switched since I can read my purchased book any time. Then The Quantum Thief got chosen and I got it from the library, but no wait list so maybe I can finish Blinding Knife quickly and go on but then....even though I was 10th on the wait list Blood Song comes in and I have been waiting for that for months. Blah!

So what I am currently reading right now is all 4 which is 4 times as many as I want to be.

[Sarah]

Man, Hank! That's crazy. Awesome titles though. I loved The Blade Itself.

[Mike]

Currently reading Golden Son (sequel to Red Rising). I freaking love this series. The characters are extremely memorable and though most are vicious bastards (blame the society), I can't wait to visit them in my spare time.

[Sarah]

Mike, I've heard that has an absolutely horrible cliffhanger and the next book isn't out until Feb. Good luck and don't throw too loud of a tantrum. :)

[Cristal]

I've read both Red Rising and Golden Son and absolutely loved them, great characters. Can't wait for the final part.

[Matt]

I'm trying to read Amnesia Moon by Jonathan Lethem. I'm about half way through it. So far it's slow. Hopefully it will pick up.

[Rob]

Another weekend roundup. Some pretty good stuff this week.

Nexus is one of the most interesting books I've read in awhile. (My Review)

Wyrd Sisters is another good Discworld, though probably not going to be one of my favorites. (My Review)

Ms. Marvel, Vol. 1: No Normal is a pretty good start to a new series. I'll be curious to see how it develops from here. (My Review)

[Scott]

Finished Academ's Fury. Series feels like it could end up being a favorite

Took a little SFF break and am now reading Sacred by Dennis Lehane. Third in his detective series. Love this guy's tight, no nonsense style. Not a lot of wasted fluff in these books and the stories are excellent and fast paced. Highly recommended him

[Sarah]

I've only read one of his that I know of. I know my library has a bunch on ebook. What's your favorite?

[Scott]

My favorite has been Mystic River so far. The detective series starts with A Drink Before the War and it's been an excellent one so far. A lot grittier and darker than a lot of the detective/mystery I've read. From what I can tell they all take place in Boston

[Beachesnbooks]

Scott wrote: "Finished Academ's Fury. Series feels like it could end up being a favorite

Took a little SFF break and am now reading Sacred by Dennis Lehane. Third in his detective series. Love this guy's tight,..."


I enjoyed that Denis Lehane series too--Darkness, Take My Hand was my favorite. I rarely read suspense/thrillers, but I really like his characters and writing style.

[Sarah]

I've debated about Mystic River before. I love the movie and I'm worried that the book will mess it up.

[Scott]

Haha I know the feeling. I had the same thing with The Beach

He has a new-ish series set in the 20's, I believe, which is supposed to be pretty good as well. But the Kenzie/Genaro series is probably a good place to start

[Sarah]

Thanks :)

[Caleb]

The Beach is such a much better book than movie! If you haven't read that book you really need to. Its soooo good!

[Scott]

Yeah I finally broke down and read it years ago. Definitely liked the book better

[Don]

reading "age of iron" by Angus Watson. This book is a blood soaked, brutality laden romp through the Olde English countryside in the age of the druids. This book is disarming and dislegging and disheading, fun for the whole family if you are a Vampires coven. ( do vampires come in covens, packs or gaggles). I like this book so far but it's not for the squimish.

[Veronica]

Just finished The Warded Man.

[Tessa]

Don wrote: "reading "age of iron" by Angus Watson. This book is a blood soaked, brutality laden romp through the Olde English countryside in the age of the druids. This book is disarming and dislegging and di..."
Funny review and very helpful. Not for me...Thanks!

[Julia]

I just finished and loved Epitaph by Mary Doria Russell. I adored it! It shouldn't be read without having read Doc, but I read the first book around four years ago. The two are about 'Doc' Holliday and Wyatt Earp and their friends, relatives and others and politics in Tombstone, AZ, and other places.

[Papaphilly]

I have finished On the Beach and now reading Bird Box. Not sure what to make of it yet.