So, since I'm only taking one course this semester (pharmacology, online), I've been getting a lot of reading done. I've spent a pretty penny on books since last summer, and since I haven't been working since last May, it's time for me to start hitting the local library. I decided that today would be the day to reacquaint myself with Mattoon's small library. Here's what I picked up:
- Good Omens by Terry Pratchet & Neil Gaiman: I was talking to my brother today (he's always got good reading suggestions) and he told me to check out Neil Gaiman. This book is a satirical look at the days leading up to the Apocalypse. It's supposed to be very funny.
- The Shack by William P. Young: I've been told to read this by a bunch of people. "Where is God in a world so filled with unspeakable pain?" This is the tale of a father dealing with the abduction (and possible murder) of his young daughter. Sounds hard to read, but I really enjoyed The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold.
- Greek Mythology by Edith Hamilton: Last summer I read the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, which I really enjoyed. The books are based on Greek Mythology and I've been wanting to brush up on my knowledge of mythology.
- Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte: Don't laugh at me, but this title came up several times while I was reading the Twilight series. I can't remember which book it was in, but Bella talked about Catherine & Heathcliff and their toxic relationship. I graduated with my undergraduate degree in English - you'd figure I'd have read more of this stuff in college! :)
- Kushiel's Mercy by Jacqueline Carey: This book falls into the science fiction/fantasy category. Full of adventure and a little bit of unconventional sex (at least the first few books in the series were).
I'm at Common Grounds (a local coffee shop) while I write this. The always have the Sirius satellite CoffeeHouse channel playing. Sometimes I hear some really great stuff on here. A few minutes ago they played my favorite acoustic/live version of Satellite by Dave Matthews Band. I can't hear this song without imagining a warm, sunny day. :) I usually listen to a local college radio station that plays all rock/alternative rock, so I'm not really up on new music. I recently heard this song called Dark Blue by Jack's Mannequin. Come to find out the song came out back in 2005, but I totally dig it. I can't stop smiling/singing when it comes on. Anyway, that's all for now.
Happy reading!! Send me any book suggestions if you've read something interesting lately. :)
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ReplyDeleteI suggest James Rollins. He's a good fast read and the books are interesting. Little bit of intrigue, covert operatives. I have most of them if you would like to borrow.
OOH, if you like the Neil Gaiman/Terry Pratchett book, you should read Terry Pratchett's Discworld series. It's fantastic. He has a great way with words, and the plots are typically clever satires of things in everyday life. I'd suggest starting somewhere in the middle, as the first few books aren't as good as say, 'The Fifth Elephant.'
ReplyDeleteif you're going to read some neil, i'd start with Stardust if I were you. I know you like the high fanasty, so i think that would be right up your little ally.
ReplyDeleteif you do like it though, also try neverwhere and american gods.
Mike: I'm definitely hooked!!!
ReplyDeleteNatalie & Blakely: Thanks for the suggestions, I'll add these to my list. :)
I totally played Dark Blue all last year on 89.9! I love that song!
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