Matt Inman

The World Walk promised an epic journey—seven years, 28,000 miles, six continents—but ultimately, it fell short of my expectations. The storytelling felt flat, lacking the depth and emotional pull I was hoping for. More disappointing, however, was the misleading premise. The marketing suggests an uninterrupted walk around the world, but in reality, the author flew between regions and then walked sections of different countries. While I don't want to take away from the sheer endurance and commitment of walking everywhere once on the ground, the approach felt inconsistent. If you're looking for a true continuous journey on foot, this might not be the book for you.

I enjoyed the book. It's a very interesting take on “space” travel, with the idea of a multiversal earth where the earth joins together to form governments.

I wanted to start a classic series this year, and Wheel of Time seems to fit the bill. But after spending time with the book, I don't think I'll continue the series. There wasn't one thing I disliked, just a bunch of small stuff.

Ministry of Time was good, but it didn't quite hit the mark for me. The story had a lot of potential, with an interesting concept and some strong moments, but it felt like it started losing steam toward the end. The pacing in the final stretch was rushed, which left the conclusion feeling a bit underdeveloped.

I finished the book wanting more—not necessarily in a good way. It felt like there were threads and ideas that could've been explored further to give the story more depth and impact. That said, it wasn't a bad read overall, and there were parts I enjoyed. It just didn't fully deliver on what it seemed to promise at the start.

If you're into time-travel stories, it might be worth a read, but be prepared for an ending that doesn't feel as satisfying as it could have been.

I really enjoyed The Splendid and the Vile. Erik Larson does an excellent job capturing Churchill's first year as Prime Minister during the Blitz and diving into what life was like for both him and the country. Larson's writing is engaging, and he has a way of making history feel personal and alive.

The book gives a fascinating look at Churchill—not just as a leader making tough decisions but as a person, with all his quirks and flaws. You also get a sense of what it must have felt like to live through those times, with bombings happening almost daily and the constant uncertainty hanging over everyone.

That said, I liked The Devil in the White City a bit more. There's just something about the way that book combined the drama of the World's Fair with the darkness of a serial killer that hooked me a little harder. Still, The Splendid and the Vile made me want to read more about this period in history. It does a great job of pulling you into Churchill's world and showing why this was such a pivotal time for him and Britain.

If you're into well-written history with a personal touch, this one's definitely worth picking up.

Short and sweet. Good quick story. Enjoyable.

I enjoyed the author's breakdown of the six types and how they relate to work and each other. There are quite a few other people doing similar things in this space. But the working genius model captures the genre's essence very well and would give anyone an excellent base to learn more about themselves and their work habits. It may even answer some questions you would have on why you do some roles better than others.

It is very Tom Clancyish, without all the fluff. The book was fast-paced and constantly pushing forward. It wasn't a fantastic book, but it told a good story and entertained me.

I'm a big fan of Matt Haig. His books never disappoint. This book was fun and engaging, with snippets of how we should live our best lives. It's never too late to change and make a difference in your and others' lives.

I like the author's writing. It's been a while since I've read this book, but I recall enjoying it.

The book was fine and entertaining. Nothing amazing.

The writing style wasn't for me. I had to walk away from the book.

It was an entertaining read. It's not heavy sci-fi, so don't go in expecting that. It's more romcom than anything. But it was quirky and fun.

I couldn't finish Assistant to the Villain because the book just didn't work for me. The humor completely missed the mark, it felt forced and awkward rather than funny, and instead of enjoying it, I found myself cringing at the attempts. On top of that, the writing felt like it was aimed at a younger audience. I even started questioning whether it was meant for adults because it read more like a 7th-grade book trying to pass as something for older readers.

The characters didn't help, either. They were so one-dimensional that I couldn't connect with them. The main character, especially, felt flat and uninteresting, like there was no substance behind her actions or personality. To top it off, the narration didn't do the story any favors. Whether the narrator's delivery or the material itself, the result was grating and made the experience even harder to get through.

I know a lot of people will probably enjoy this book, but unfortunately, it just wasn't for me.

They are strangely addictive and fun. Following the challenges of Carl and his ex's sentient cat through an 18-level dungeon that would prefer to have them dead.

I quite liked the book, but the main character seemed a bit off. I can't put my finger on it, but he felt underwritten if that makes sense. The book is a classic who-done-it mystery with the twist that the “Homes” and “Watson” characters are in a different world with its challenges of being invaded by giant creatures from the deep. I know it sounds weird, but it worked in the book.

While not a perfect book, I enjoyed the concept of a book with magical powers. The characters were somewhat cliche, but overall, it was an entertaining book.

This book took time to work through, and that ended up being the point. Kotler packs in a lot of depth, and each chapter gives you something worth sitting with. The value here is how practical everything feels. He breaks down motivation, learning, creativity, and flow in a way that makes them understandable and doable instead of mysterious.

What surprised me most is how he treats flow as a trainable skill. It is not something you wait for. It is something you build through structure, challenge, and recovery. That shift alone made the book worth reading.

I liked the book. There is a lot here to learn from, and it left me wanting to be more intentional about how I work and how I set up my days. It gave me a clearer sense of what it actually takes to level up, and it made that path feel possible. Now whether I do it or not is the question.

I'm a huge fan of Towles's work. His books always have such vivid descriptions and great characters.

I'm a sucker for books that feature libraries or bookshops as their main theme, so it was no surprise that I thoroughly enjoyed ‘The Lost Bookshop.' The author skillfully weaved history and mystery throughout the narrative, creating a captivating storyline. While the ending wasn't particularly surprising, the author's storytelling was filled with charm and authenticity, making it a delightful read.

Grant's insights are always eye-opening. Great book for looking at potential in each of us

This book was just not my style. I read about 100 pages and couldn't get behind the concept.

This is another fun and quick read from our favorite sentient killing machine.

Couldn't finish the book. The first part was decent, but when he gets off the motorcycle he lost my interest.

I loved the concept of this book, and the execution was spot on as well. If you are looking for a new start in life, this is a great book to motivate you to do so.