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So far I'm enjoying it! I like it a lot so far (I'm about halfway through) but I do feel even now it drags on at times.

I don't think it's in the thread - The Nightrunner series by Lynn Flewelling (it's a fantasy series)

212. United States of America - "The Martian" by Andy Weir, 5/5 Loved it and really wanted to read it before watching the movie - I thought it had the perfect amount of drama, humour and tech language; definitely my kind of book! Now 4/224 in the challenge.

It does depend a lot on the book I've just finished, but yes same here!

Really enjoying my holiday and lack on Internet (mostly!) - currently reading "The Hundred-Year-Old-Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared" by Jonas Jonasson. I can't yet decide what I think about it, it's sort of funny but serious in the same time? Looking forward to see where it goes.

To keep just in case.

Currently Reading: I'm using the Goodreads rating system: 1/5 - didn't like it 2/5 - it was ok 3/5 - liked it 4/5 - really liked it 5/5 - it was amazing Books Read - 2016 Books Read 2017 Books Read 2018 Books Read 2019 Books Read 2020 Books Read 2021

The worst year for reading in a very long time! I'm not impressed with myself at all - 2016 will have way less TV shows (so addictive!) and more books.

Thank you for setting up the dates! I really want to do even part of the January one since I'll be on flights - perfect time to read a lot.

I love the 12 Days of Kindle, picked up quite a few this morning.

Good reading day! 1000, that's awesome! I would say anything counts for reading --- I managed to read a bit more of The Shadow of the Wind but then I got totally distracted by fanfiction for the rest of Sunday I had a bad cold all weekend and only Harry Potter could make me feel better

I'm partly in too! Couldn't do Friday at all (work etc.) but I've been reading all morning; hoping to finish some books today/tomorrow. So far I'm almost done with Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris which I started ages ago.

Excellent, good to know I'm not alone here With all this talk, I feel like re-watching some of these shows a bit.

Wow, I certainly wasn't expecting people to be so into this book and start a discussion I've enjoyed what I've seen of TBBT, but I have a soft spot for TNG because it was probably the first TV show I ever watched...and I do like sci-fi shows quite a bit. As far as genres go, I think I probably like TNG more. Oh, Battlestar Galactica anyone? Anyone?...anyone?

I hadn't realised he was in The Big Bang Theory! I've only watched it on and off over the years, I might have to find the episodes he's in. He doesn't mention it at all in the book, but that's because the book stops very far back, just as he starts gaining his "better known" status again.

2. "Just a Geek" by Wil Wheaton Goodreads Description Wil Wheaton has never been one to take the conventional path to success. Despite early stardom through his childhood role in the motion picture "Stand By Me," and growing up on television as Wesley Crusher on "Star Trek: The Next Generation," Wil left Hollywood in pursuit of happiness, purpose, and a viable means of paying the bills. In the oddest of places, Topeka, Kansas, Wil discovered that despite his claims to fame, he was at heart "Just a Geek." In this bestselling book, Wil shares his deeply personal and difficult journey to find himself. You'll understand the rigors, and joys, of Wil's rediscovering of himself, as he comes to terms with what it means to be famous, or, ironically, famous for once having been famous. Writing with honesty and disarming humanity, Wil touches on the frustrations associated with his acting career, his inability to distance himself from Ensign Crusher in the public's eyes, the launch of his incredibly successful web site, wilwheaton.net, and the joy he's found in writing. Through all of this, Wil shares the ups and downs he encountered along the journey, along with the support and love he discovered from his friends and family.The stories in "Just a Geek" include: Wil's plunge from teen star to struggling actorDiscovering the joys of HTML, blogging, Linux, and web designThe struggle between Wesley Crusher, Starfleet ensign, and Wil Wheaton, author and bloggerGut-wrenching reactions to the 9-11 disasterMoving tales of Wil's relationships with his wife, step-children, and extended familyThe transition from a B-list actor to an A-list author Wil Wheaton--celebrity, blogger, and geek--writes for the geek in all of us. Engaging, witty, and pleasantly self-deprecating, "Just a Geek" will surprise you and make you laugh. Personal Note A while ago (a few years now) I started following some of the Youtube community more closely, especially 2-3 bloggers. Through them I learned about Wil Wheaton and then realised he was one of my first TV crushes, Wesley, from Star Trek! I bought his book ages ago and finally got around to reading it, after following his blog for a long time. I already knew how down to earth he is and very much not a Hollywood celebrity. What I didn't know is how much he struggled with his role in Star Trek, and what followed him leaving the show. By the time I started reading his blog, he was already established as a writer in the online community, so this book gave me an insight on how things were before. I liked the honesty, and sometimes I disliked his dislike for his role in Star Trek...but in the end he puts the past to rest. Would I recommend this book? If you were a fan of the show, or Wesley even for a little...or if you've followed his writing, then yes, I do.

It's definitely worth the read, I hope the rest of the series is as good too

You've read a few books this year that have been on my list for ages - I definitely need to pick up To Kill A Mockingbird faster!

I've been on holiday for a week, and because I didn't have space to pack books (except my school ones of course...) I only have my Kindle. So although I was almost done with The Shadow of the Wind, I've had to read something else here. 1. Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb Goodreads Description In a faraway land where members of the royal family are named for the virtues they embody, one young boy will become a walking enigma. Born on the wrong side of the sheets, Fitz, son of Chivalry Farseer, is a royal 'person of dubious parentage', cast out into the world, friendless and lonely. Only his magical link with animals - the old art known as the Wit - gives him solace and companionship. But the Wit, if used too often, is a perilous magic, and one abhorred by the nobility. So when Fitz is finally adopted into the royal household, he must give up his old ways and embrace a new life of weaponry, scribing, courtly manners; and how to kill a man secretly, as he trains to become a royal assassin. Personal Note I was recommended this book by a close friend who knows what genres I most like. It was great! Dragged a bit at the start I thought, but once I got into it I couldn't put it down. It's the first part of the Farseer Trilogy, and I'll definitely get the next book. It's in the type of fantasy world/era that I love, it has magic, I liked the main character - just the type of book I enjoy

Happy reading in 2015!

I've never seen the book jar idea - love the book box!

I couldn't get into the show because I'd read the books first. It was very good, I just preferred the books and had my own images in my head about the characters etc. Plus it felt a bit redundant since I already knew what would happen

I'm thinking of doing a re-read (yet again) of the books This made me laugh So glad I'm not alone with these opinions!

Haha, she did come all the way from Romania to visit me so being social was good! But I can read now Oh, now I'm confused - I bought SotW and another book with it but thought it was a sequel not a prequel...oh no!

Have a good reading year! I like your rule about not forcing yourself to finish books you don't like...I would really benefit for this too.