One thing I like in this set of books is that he provides some historical context and trivia that is interesting (at least to me). I googled some of the references from the first book and they are true.
I saw a book of his at the library last night and stood there for a bit thinking "where have I heard this name before? Have I read one of his books? No? Weird." Then I clicked on this thread.
The Name of the Wind Kingkiller Chronicles, Day 1 Pretty good read so far. I am absolutely hooked on Jonathan Mayberry's Joe Ledger novels. Very fun.
I use interesting to describe him as there seems to be a love/hate relationship with his works. His books are very detailed and thorough and, at times, become tedious to get through.
Just finished Crater written by Homer Hickham The same man who wrote the story of October Sky about his own life. This will be a series. Great so far. It is about an orphan boy named crater who works on the moon as a helium 3 miner. He brings so much knowledge of aerospace and rocketry into his writing that it really makes the story more real. It is a young adult book but a very fun read.
I go to Cinco Ranch. I've downloaded a couple, but didn't read them before they expired. Does the Katy one have a good selection?
The Pistoleer: A Novel of John Wesley Hardin by James Carlos Blake. Good so far. The story is told as if it is a collection of oral histories from people who knew or encountered Hardin. Lots of research and lots of Texas geography and history. I was drawn to the book because Hardin's a cousin (my grandmother was a Hardin) but I am sure I will read more of Blake's books soon.
I'm up to my ears in Michael Connelly. Finished his recent work, starting with The Lincoln Lawyer, and have gone back to The Black Echo, and am working my way up to The Lincoln Lawyer. The guy isn't simply a terrific writer of mysteries/crime fiction/legal thrillers. He's a damn fine writer who can stand up with the best. Highly recommended.
Harry Bosch is stone cold. I've read most everything Connelly has put out. Anyone ever delve into Joe Lansdale's stuff.....specifically the Hap and Leonard series? Lansdale probably won't enlighten you, might not inspire you, but he's sure to entertain the hell out of you.
In preparation for the HBO mini series to come on the 8th Air force, I'm reading all I can get my hands on about this subject first.
I am looking for a good series to read. Anyone have any suggestions? (no game of thrones, please... I am taking a break from it.)
What is a good mainstream book to read? I don't read for fun often. The last two books I read were Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns. I enjoyed both. What other books do yall think I might enjoy?
