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Brisingr (Inheritance, Book 3)

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by: Christopher Paolini

September 20, 2008
'Brisingr" is MUCH better written than 'Eldest'. Although I still feel that 'Eldest' was a good read, I felt 'Eldest' was written more by the editors, than by Paolini, so therefore, less of Paolini's "soul" came through. I was almost tempted to not buy 'Brisingr', but I decided to take the chance that Paolini would come into his own. I'm glad I did, because this book, 'Brisingr', seems to have MUCH more of Paolini's "soul", because it "flows" so much more like 'Eragon'. Way to go Paolini, for standing up for what you believe to be more creative writing! I'm proud of you! I'm really looking forward to your 4th book in this series! =)

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The Shack

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by: William P. Young

July 01, 2008
Excellent book. I read this book in a day and a half...I could not put it down. The characters were so real, and the message is very thought-provoking. If anyone wants to take a look at themselves, read this book!

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Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

September 06, 2006
For many reasons I banned reading this book. Working in retail with teenie girls barraging the bookstands demanding for the next Stephanie Meyer book was just annoying and made me believe these books were meant for the intelligently-deficient. A friend online said I should at least try it and see for myself. I thought about J.K. Rowling's work. I hated Harry Potter at first, then gave the books a chance since all my friends did, and turns out I loved them all. In thinking that Harry Potter wasn't just meant for kids, maybe Twilight wasn't just meant for dumb teenie girls.

So I read it. I freaking loved it!

I'm not big on romance novels, but this isn't just a romance novel. It's so much more than that. This is ... Read More:

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The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life

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by: Alice Schroeder

September 29, 2008
This is by far the best biography available on Mr. Buffett. I sincerely recommend it to anyone looking to have a more profound understanding of Mr. Buffett and the evolution of his investment style and life, covering a time period back to his ancesters to this date.

This book is not just reserved for business/investing oriented persons, but they should be encouraged to read it further. In my opinion, anyone can apply the lessons in the book to their own reality.

In a "think it, learn it, do it" way of thinking, this book and all available info on Mr. Buffett, his mentors, transcripts,etc; covers the "learn it" part. The rest of course is up to you.

As a final remark, I think that if investing is your business, ... Read More:

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Breaking Dawn (The Twilight Saga, Book 4)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

August 02, 2008
even though i just read the sample iloved it it is really hard for me to find books i like but i@lovedthis on and all my friends loved this book to

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Eclipse (The Twilight Saga, Book 3)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

August 07, 2007
If you've enjoyed Twilight Collector's Edition (The Twilight Saga) and New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2), you're bound to love Eclipse, as it hurtles toward a resolution of Bella Swan's dilemma: how to cut herself off from her family to spend undead eternity in the company of her beloved Edward. Where most teenagers associate 16, 17, 18 and so on with increasing privileges and freedom, Bella sees each passing year as separating her further from her vampire boyfriend Edward Cullen, forever preserved as a (incredibly good looking) seventeen year old boy. Bella wants very much to become a vampire and enjoy eternity with Edward. However one mortal milestone after another gets in the way.

Jacob Black is really the character development study in the novels ... Read More:

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New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2)

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by: Stephenie Meyer

May 31, 2008
I liked all of the books in this series. Book 2 - New Moon is a darker story of depression and loss. It picks up when Jacob and Bella spend more time together but Bella remains loyal to her first love. It is darker in tone but some folks get this way when love does not work out exactly the way they want it to. Keeps the reader wanting to find out what happens next so one wants to read book 3 and 4.

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The Story of Edgar Sawtelle: A Novel (Oprah Book Club #62)

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by: David Wroblewski

September 19, 2008
What a waste of time. I regret holding out hope that some meaningful plot would ever develop. It never does, despite many potential flirtations with potential. Hope the author either finds his groove or another livliehood.

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Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution--and How It Can Renew America

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by: Thomas L. Friedman

September 08, 2008
Mr. Friedman has done his homework! we all need to acquaint ourselves with his insights on the current socio-economic and environmental issues that affect all of us. In decades to come, he will be remembered as future-teller, describing the policies and goals we followed to counter the negative issue of gloabl warming, population explosion, and inefficient economies; or he will be remembered as someone who gave us the answers -- but we didn't listen. Putting aside his friendly, personable writing style: this is serious stuff he talks about! If you have any interest in learning about the multitude of issues related to gloabl warming, environmental resources, and political-economics, then you must read this book (or listen to the audio book like I did).

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard, Standard Edition

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by: J. K. Rowling

December 04, 2008
Mr. Friedman has done his homework! we all need to acquaint ourselves with his insights on the current socio-economic and environmental issues that affect all of us. In decades to come, he will be remembered as future-teller, describing the policies and goals we followed to counter the negative issue of gloabl warming, population explosion, and inefficient economies; or he will be remembered as someone who gave us the answers -- but we didn't listen. Putting aside his friendly, personable writing style: this is serious stuff he talks about! If you have any interest in learning about the multitude of issues related to gloabl warming, environmental resources, and political-economics, then you must read this book (or listen to the audio book like I did).