While portions of this book were intriguing and well written, I was largely disappointed by the overall plot, character development, and conclusion of the book.
While portions of this book were intriguing and well written, I was largely disappointed by the overall plot, character development, and conclusion of the book.
A phenomenal read that makes you wish there were more unknown frontiers to explore! Millard pulls the reader into the books and you feel as if you are triumphing and suffering with the past.
This book had a very interesting concept, but somewhat lacked in the overall delivery. I listened to the audio book while working out which provided a good entertainment, however, I'm not sure if I would have finished it if I had actually been reading it.
About half way through Mort! It's humorous and intelligent and now that I am accustomed to Pratchett's style of writing I can't wait to read more!
The use of ink and tattoos to express myself has played a tremendous role in my life. Bradbury's 'The Illustrated Man' uses the mystique of tattoos to illustrate several intriguing science fiction vignettes and captures the reader's heart and imagination.
"He shrugged unabashedly. 'It is only with death around me that I am constantly reminded that I am alive.'" - Phillip Kerr in March Violet. A particularly poignant quote to me as I work as a forensic death investigator.