Oliver Howard
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This was going to be a four stars if it stuck the landing, unfortunately it did not. I have become accustomed to the Sanderlanch in Sanderson's books, but this ending fell a little flat.
With that said, I found this world one of Sanderson's best. The whole premise around Breath and color was fascinating, albeit a tad flimsy. The cast of characters was decent - Lightsong, Denth, and Vasher were the standouts - but nobody reached the bar of characters from Stormlight or Mistborn.
This was going to be a four stars if it stuck the landing, unfortunately it did not. I have become accustomed to the Sanderlanch in Sanderson's books, but this ending fell a little flat.
With that said, I found this world one of Sanderson's best. The whole premise around Breath and color was fascinating, albeit a tad flimsy. The cast of characters was decent - Lightsong, Denth, and Vasher were the standouts - but nobody reached the bar of characters from Stormlight or Mistborn.
Tiago Forte's Building a Second Brain offers practical and actionable advice on how to create a digital system that supports your creative potential. His CODE framework for processing information keeps it simple and easy to follow along. The PARA organization system focuses not on a top-down, structured file system. Instead, it prioritizes actionability and relevance, leading to a more intuitive workflow. This organizational system worked for me, but I can see it being harder to apply for certain people. I personally found part three of this book not very helpful as it went from giving original and effective advice to more generic productivity advice that you have seen in countless other books and YouTube videos. I felt I could have skipped the section entirely and still come away with the same value from the book. Overall, if you are someone needing a digital reset, or are just curious about other digital management systems, this book is for you.
Tiago Forte's Building a Second Brain offers practical and actionable advice on how to create a digital system that supports your creative potential. His CODE framework for processing information keeps it simple and easy to follow along. The PARA organization system focuses not on a top-down, structured file system. Instead, it prioritizes actionability and relevance, leading to a more intuitive workflow. This organizational system worked for me, but I can see it being harder to apply for certain people. I personally found part three of this book not very helpful as it went from giving original and effective advice to more generic productivity advice that you have seen in countless other books and YouTube videos. I felt I could have skipped the section entirely and still come away with the same value from the book. Overall, if you are someone needing a digital reset, or are just curious about other digital management systems, this book is for you.
Sanderson not only effectively followed up an outstanding start to a series, but I think he may have created a perfect sequal that exceeds its predecessor. Everything from the first book is elevated and expanded upon. Questions I had going into this book have been answered and replaced by countless more, leaving me craving the next installment. Roshar itself feels bigger as a result of Sanderson's expert worldbuilding, with its cultures and locations getting fleshed out extensively.
Not much more can be said without spoilers, but the characters are what I feel make this book outstanding. Every single main perspective was engaging and exciting. At the end of each chapter, I would feel disappointed that my time with that character had ended temporarily, only to be reinvigorated by whatever the next character was up to.
Finally, what I think is the book's greatest feat: its third act. Never before have I read something so captivating and downright epic. I won't say any more to save from spoilers, but it truly was the most fun I have ever had reading the ending of a book.
Sanderson not only effectively followed up an outstanding start to a series, but I think he may have created a perfect sequal that exceeds its predecessor. Everything from the first book is elevated and expanded upon. Questions I had going into this book have been answered and replaced by countless more, leaving me craving the next installment. Roshar itself feels bigger as a result of Sanderson's expert worldbuilding, with its cultures and locations getting fleshed out extensively.
Not much more can be said without spoilers, but the characters are what I feel make this book outstanding. Every single main perspective was engaging and exciting. At the end of each chapter, I would feel disappointed that my time with that character had ended temporarily, only to be reinvigorated by whatever the next character was up to.
Finally, what I think is the book's greatest feat: its third act. Never before have I read something so captivating and downright epic. I won't say any more to save from spoilers, but it truly was the most fun I have ever had reading the ending of a book.
Understandable as to why fans are upset there is no book 6. Once again, great character development with unexpected twists along the way. Deeply unsettling at parts as you come to expect from Martin, but it is never unnecessary or out of place. A lot more plot-driven than AFFC, but that does not take away from deep characters and intertwined plotlines.
Understandable as to why fans are upset there is no book 6. Once again, great character development with unexpected twists along the way. Deeply unsettling at parts as you come to expect from Martin, but it is never unnecessary or out of place. A lot more plot-driven than AFFC, but that does not take away from deep characters and intertwined plotlines.
Really loved these novellas. It was really refreshing to have something a bit more lighthearted in the ASOIAF universe. There were so many little easter eggs and references to the main story, and some pretty major ones that I wasn't expecting. Quick read, very much worth the small time investment. Hopefully Martin will make more...
Really loved these novellas. It was really refreshing to have something a bit more lighthearted in the ASOIAF universe. There were so many little easter eggs and references to the main story, and some pretty major ones that I wasn't expecting. Quick read, very much worth the small time investment. Hopefully Martin will make more...
-.25 becauseI felt that TenSoon's story started off really strong, but didn't quite land at the end for me. Would've liked more time with him, or at the very least let him meet up with Vin again.
With that said, I thought all other character plotlines were perfectly concluded and well developed throughout the series.
-.25 becauseI felt that TenSoon's story started off really strong, but didn't quite land at the end for me. Would've liked more time with him, or at the very least let him meet up with Vin again.
With that said, I thought all other character plotlines were perfectly concluded and well developed throughout the series.
First half of this book was outstanding. Gave a great introduction to Python and was super easy to follow. As for the bigger projects in the second half of the book, I found 2/3 of them good. I ended up skipping the game creation because I didn't really feel it helped build any useful skills
First half of this book was outstanding. Gave a great introduction to Python and was super easy to follow. As for the bigger projects in the second half of the book, I found 2/3 of them good. I ended up skipping the game creation because I didn't really feel it helped build any useful skills
Amazing. Incredibly lovable characters, good character development, nerdy as hell. Perfect for anyone who loves physics and biology. Audible version is the best audiobook I've ever listened to. Highly highly recommend it.
Rocky is best character in literature
Amazing. Incredibly lovable characters, good character development, nerdy as hell. Perfect for anyone who loves physics and biology. Audible version is the best audiobook I've ever listened to. Highly highly recommend it.
Rocky is best character in literature
Political intrigue, good expansion to the magic system, and a nice shakeup to traditional fantasy tropes.
-1 because I could’ve used a little more time with each character to fully flesh them out, but that’s just personal preference.
Good book
Political intrigue, good expansion to the magic system, and a nice shakeup to traditional fantasy tropes.
-1 because I could’ve used a little more time with each character to fully flesh them out, but that’s just personal preference.
Good book
Felt the plot and motivations were less tight than the first one, and the character interactions were slightly less interesting. With that said, it had all the elements I liked about the first one and sets up the third one really well
Felt the plot and motivations were less tight than the first one, and the character interactions were slightly less interesting. With that said, it had all the elements I liked about the first one and sets up the third one really well
One word to describe this book is "nice". It wasn't groundbreaking or life-changing, but it accomplished what it set out to do. There were no crazy twists or shocking moments, but it was a nice read and did not over stay its welcome
One word to describe this book is "nice". It wasn't groundbreaking or life-changing, but it accomplished what it set out to do. There were no crazy twists or shocking moments, but it was a nice read and did not over stay its welcome
A very classic first installment in a fantasy series. Not much happens regarding the plot, but Eddings spends time with his characters, developing them into multi-dimensional people.
A very classic first installment in a fantasy series. Not much happens regarding the plot, but Eddings spends time with his characters, developing them into multi-dimensional people.
Quick read, but I felt as if it was a bit underbaked in almost all aspects. The characters felt rushed and underdeveloped, the plot itself lacked nuance and felt very predictable.
Quick read, but I felt as if it was a bit underbaked in almost all aspects. The characters felt rushed and underdeveloped, the plot itself lacked nuance and felt very predictable.
This is what happens when "Catcher in the Rye" type characters are done correctly. The main character is so unlikable and brutally honest, you can't help but keep reading.
This is what happens when "Catcher in the Rye" type characters are done correctly. The main character is so unlikable and brutally honest, you can't help but keep reading.
The first 50% of the book didn’t capture me right away, but beyond that I was hooked. Abercrombie takes his time with his characters and before you know it, you know each one intimately. Very good introduction and setup to a trilogy, excited to keep reading.
The first 50% of the book didn’t capture me right away, but beyond that I was hooked. Abercrombie takes his time with his characters and before you know it, you know each one intimately. Very good introduction and setup to a trilogy, excited to keep reading.
The first half dragged a bit, but I finished the second half in a day. Wouldn't say I was ever really scared, but it definitely is a thriller
The first half dragged a bit, but I finished the second half in a day. Wouldn't say I was ever really scared, but it definitely is a thriller
Very entertaining and had some very interesting concepts and twists that make it stand out from stories with similar plot lines.
Very entertaining and had some very interesting concepts and twists that make it stand out from stories with similar plot lines.
Somehow Martin made a history textbook engaging and thought-provoking. The Targaryen dynasty is tragic to the point of unbelievability at times, but I guess that fits with the themes that Martin presents and works well within the world of Ice and Fire. The only reason this didn't get 5 stars was because of the inconsistent pacing at times. The Dance of the Dragons was by far the most interesting part of the book, but it left the aftermath feeling a little lackluster.
Somehow Martin made a history textbook engaging and thought-provoking. The Targaryen dynasty is tragic to the point of unbelievability at times, but I guess that fits with the themes that Martin presents and works well within the world of Ice and Fire. The only reason this didn't get 5 stars was because of the inconsistent pacing at times. The Dance of the Dragons was by far the most interesting part of the book, but it left the aftermath feeling a little lackluster.