Okay, I read about a third of this and all it is is a narrative of a guy playing a video game. Boring...
Okay, I read about a third of this and all it is is a narrative of a guy playing a video game. Boring...
The world building in this is interesting- the organic ships were a highlight. There was a lack of action that made sense, but still flattened the story. The sense of isolation Okorafor tries to create also seems a bunch contrived and scientifically counterproductive in my opinion.
This book killed the last bit of me that wanted to be an astronaut. The writing is good, but I found the focus on poop to be somewhat boring & irritating and the lack of ethical concern over animal testing to be frustrating. I did learn a lot, which I always enjoy, but I think it makes a lot of sense why one of the books after this was about sewage.
2/5 stars, read if you want to know more about space travel but do NOT read while eating.
2.5-3 ⭐️ I like the premise of the story, and enjoyed reading once the nitty-gritty started happening, but all the technical mumbo-jumbo honestly made my eyes gloss over a little.
Ended up finishing my last read and audiobook for #scarathlon so here are my final points for #TeamMonsterMash. As always I had such a great time with this challenge and can‘t wait for next year.
An interesting combination of astronomical history and futurism. Definitely worth reading.
@Andrew65 Here are the books I plan to read during this weekend. Gearing up for #Scarathlon #TeamMonsterMash
For the past year I‘ve struggled to get my 12 year old reading for fun again - just trying to find books that engage him - he‘s so picky! Thank god for these two series which he has been devouring over the past six weeks - highly recommended if you have a tween or teen that needs something as fast moving and compelling as Hunger Games etc.
So many wonderful things! Amy, @MommyOfTwo , you have spoiled me. I can‘t wait to fall into the world of Nyxia and I will be sipping one of these amazing teas and munching on yummy popcorn when I do. I 💜💜💜 the bookmarks, the pin and the mug. Thank you so much for sending such an outstanding box of goodies. You made the start of a tough week ahead lighter. I am grateful. I hope you have a lovely day! Thank you @Avanders for a fun swap!