I read this book audibly (Quite literally, I downloaded my copy from Audible.com) at the end of 2009. Drowned in the long shadow cast by Sanderson's prowess, this book just doesn't get enough attention. I have read all of Sanderson's published works, and still this is my personal favorite. Sanderson is often noted for his … Continue reading Warbreaker – My Favorite Sanderson Novel
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Little Brother: Don’t Trust Anyone Over 25
This book was absolutely fantastic. I couldn't put it down, to my own detriment because I had to face the next school day with two hours' sleep. But if there's any reason to have to face a full day of work with no sleep, it's a book this good. The protagonist is Malcolm (handle: w1n5t0n), … Continue reading Little Brother: Don’t Trust Anyone Over 25
Themes in Fablehaven Book 5 – Keys to the Demon Prison
There seems to be a generation of Harry Potter fans who are looking for the fun, adventure, and growth that we experienced in that series. When cop-outs like Percy Jackson came out, we snatched them up in order to quench our thirst for more. What we got from these wanna-be stories is a sense of … Continue reading Themes in Fablehaven Book 5 – Keys to the Demon Prison
Scott Pilgrim’s Symbolism
Scott Pilgrim is a movie that appeals not only to a certain audience via interest (video games and anime), but also through taste (humor type), and life experience. This isn't that far off from every other story portrayed through books, movies, or other means. We bring our personal experiences to the table in everything we … Continue reading Scott Pilgrim’s Symbolism
Bartimaeus Returns in The Ring of Solomon
Since I mentioned it on my Literature Lineup, I thought I might as well jot down a few notes. Six years ago, hungry for a good read after Harry Potter, I was scanning the Middle-Grade section when I saw the cover for The Amulet of Samarkand (The Bartimaeus Trilogy, Book 1) It looked magical, shiny … Continue reading Bartimaeus Returns in The Ring of Solomon