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Books, books, books, what I read is primarily fiction of the fantastic variety, although I'm trying to do better by throwing in a nonfiction book every once in a while (like we're talking a 20:1 ratio of fiction to nonfiction, so I must not be trying too hard).
Regarding fiction, we're talking fantasy, science fiction, magical realism, urban fantasy, litrpg, epic fantasy, space operas, horror, gothic, thrillers, capers, espionage, and so on. I'm fairly indiscriminate in my choice of sci-fi/fantasy. I'm either lucky in how I pick my books or not too critical as a reader because I pretty much always finish what I start.
I am also notorious for leaving high ratings. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ are for the books I love and would definitely recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ are for the books I enjoyed, but you may have to be a fan of the author, the series, or that specific niche genre to truly enjoy. Also, this rating is sometimes used in conjunction with other books by that author (as in better than some others, but not as great as the best). ⭐️⭐️⭐️ and below (though, I don't usually rate a book below 3 stars) has that author in the danger zone, where I may not read anything else by them and probably wouldn't recommend.
I am also a fairly loyal reader, once I start reading an author, I usually pick up everything they release. I trend towards smaller, more indie authors (probably why I like litrpg so much). I also like reading recommendations in genres that aren't my usual fare; I sometimes sneakily read something I know someone else is reading as an eventual surprise we can bond over (referring to my life partner here).
What else, what else...Oh! If you're ever in a reading slump and need a good recommendation in one of the aforementioned genres, feel free to ping me and I'm happy to help! We've all been in reading slumps at one point or another, and there's nothing like a good book to rescue you!
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n0madz rated The Housemaid's Secret: 3 stars
The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden (The Housemaid, #2)
It's hard to find an employer who doesn't ask too many questions about my past. So I thank my lucky …
n0madz rated The Sundial: 5 stars
The Sundial by Shirley Jackson
When the Halloran clan gathers at the family home for a funeral, no one is surprised when the somewhat peculiar …
n0madz rated The price you pay: 5 stars
The price you pay by Aidan Truhen
"In this audacious, lightning-paced thriller, a smart-mouthed, white-collar drug dealer--a hilariously irreverent antihero--seeks revenge when an unknown enemy takes out …
n0madz rated Jack of Shadows: 4 stars
Jack of Shadows by Roger Zelazny
An overpowering adventure of a world half in darkness, half in light...
The Earth no longer rotates. Sciences rule …
n0madz rated Library at Hellebore: 2 stars
n0madz rated A Closed and Common Orbit: 4 stars
A Closed and Common Orbit by Becky Chambers (Wayfarers, #2)
Once, Lovelace had eyes and ears everywhere. She was a ship's artificial intelligence system - possessing a personality and very …
n0madz rated Cannery Row: 4 stars
Cannery Row by Steinbeck
Cannery Row is a novel by American author John Steinbeck, published in 1945. It is set during the Great Depression …
n0madz rated The Assassin’s Blade: 3 stars
The Assassin’s Blade by Sarah J. Maas (Throne Of Glass, #1)
The twist of a knife. The birth of a legend.
Celaena Sardothien is her kingdom's most feared assassin. Though …
n0madz rated Because Internet: 3 stars
Because Internet by Gretchen McCulloch
Because Internet is for anyone who's ever puzzled over how to punctuate a text message or wondered where memes come …
n0madz rated Ancillary Sword: 4 stars
Ancillary Sword by Ann Leckie (Imperial Radch, #2)
Seeking atonement for past crimes, Breq takes on a mission as captain of a troublesome new crew of Radchai soldiers, …
n0madz rated Ancillary Justice: 4 stars
Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie (Imperial Radch, #1)
On a remote, icy planet, the soldier known as Breq is drawing closer to completing her quest.
Once, she …
n0madz rated The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet: 4 stars
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers (Wayfarers, #1)
When Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer, she isn't expecting much. The Wayfarer, a patched-up ship that's seen …
n0madz rated Age of assassins: 4 stars
Age of assassins by R. J. Barker (Wounded kingdom -- bk. 1)
Girton Club-foot has no family, a crippled leg, and is apprenticed to the best assassin in the land. He's learning …
n0madz rated The Boyfriend: 4 stars
The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
She's looking for the perfect man. He's looking for the perfect victim.
Sydney Shaw, like every single woman in …