Aaron
Blindsight has some interesting ideas, but ultimately I think it was too interested in being weird and different. The ending was completely unsatisfying.
VERY different from the movie. Some of the technology doesn't hold up and the politics are, well, what they are, but it lived up to its reputation.
I got hooked on Cory Doctorow's books with Down and out in the Magic Kingdom. All of his books are slightly weird, and this one doesn't disappoint. Not my favorite, but I still enjoyed reading it.
Some very interesting ideas, but I could barely make it through the alien scenes. Overall, it was just boring.
OK, the end is pretty much torture porn. She can survive anything ‘cause she's super tough and it only makes her stronger. We get it.
The rest of the book is worth it, though, and the series has definitely become a favorite.
Our heroine is special after all! Well, somewhat. What's the opposite of a Mary Sue? Nothing comes easy for Paksenarrion.
I love the subtle use of magic. The story is believable. I can't quite call this an excellent book, but this series is becoming a favorite.
I like the character of Earl Harbinger, and it's cool to get to see some more of him, but I miss the other characters.
Still a fun read, though. Loved it just as much as the others.
It's been awhile since I've read this and I don't remember much about it. But from what I do remember, that sounds about right.
Not awful, but not great. Worth picking up if it's the only thing available.
If you're a Star Wars historian, give this a read. Otherwise, skip it.
The first Star Wars book, written before the Empire Strikes Back hit theaters. Not canon.
One of the better YA novels I've read. I like that it is optimistic Sci-Fi. I like that it features a heroine without getting preachy about gender roles. I like that there's a talking rug.
