I probably don’t post enough about what I’m reading here. In fact outside of maybe some stuff on goodreads I don’t post a lot about what i’m reading period. I can say i’ve probably read more books in the past two years. than I have the previous ten years combined before that. Of course a lot of that is because of Audible… Not all, but probably 2/3 is through audible. Since I’ve joined on average at least one a month sometimes much, much more. So here is a round up what I’ve read/listened too in the past two years….
Mercy Thompson, books 1 – 6….needless to say I love the Mercy Thompson books by Patricia Briggs. It’s werewolves, so that’s a plus. But all in all I enjoy the character. With Moon Called and River Marked being my favorite of the first 6.
Cry Wolf also by Patricia Briggs – in the same world as Mercy Thompson but follows two different characters and if you enjoy the Mercy books this one is a must read. I’m going to be getting more into this world as the year goes along. I’ve even listened to Moon Called a second time this past December.
The Lot Lands (The Grey Bastards, The True Bastards, The Free Bastards) by Jonathon French- Fantasy series and probably my favorite books I’ve read all together in this period. They’re not for everyone. They’re crude, with lots of language and such that put it sort in the outskirts of maybe what most high fantasy fans are looking for. But I loved it. Of the three books, the third one The Free Bastards being my favorite. Each book had a different mc and well Oaks was my favorite character in the first two books so him getting to be the focal character in book 3 helped a lot. And it ends in a way that makes you want more but at the same time it was a satisfying conclusion.
Thor by Wayne Smith – Bad Moon is my favorite werewolf movie of all time. And the book it is based off of it is just as good and a must read. Most of the book is from the point of view from the dog and it makes it a very interesting take on both the family drama and the werewolf aspect of the story that doesn’t translate to the movie. So it’s like a completely different story. Also the family is a lot more than just the mom and her son with Thor in the book.
The Magicians by Lev Grossman – I loved this television series…like a very adult Harry Potter. Problem is…i’m still to this day not sure how I feel about the book. It’s good and different from the series but it just doesn’t hold me like the tv series did.
Undertaker’s Moon by Ronald Kelly – Another werewolf book. the werewolf scenes alone are worth the read though I’m sure like most the end is a little too predictable. But anytime a werewolf is on page it is amazing with it’s description and the feeling it leaves behind.
A Symphony of Dragons – Lisa Shambrook – It’s Dragons. Much like werewolves, it’s one of my favorite things in the world and this collection of short stories is a must read.
The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie – is a great set up for the First Law trilogy and though i’m going to read a couple small books before I get to the next one, I see this as a must read.
The Road to Valhalla Series by Melanie Karsak – a five book series which I burned through the first two books rather quickly. If you’re a fan of Vikings and fantasy this series is for you. I will be picking up and reading book 3 very soon. I’m enoying Melanie Karsak’s writing a lot, so much so that i’ve picked up her steampunk Little Red Riding Hood series to read down the road (3 of my favorite things all in one place).
Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan – I finally broke down and started the series, read the first 2 books in it…I will read further I’m just not in a big hurry to do so at the moment.
Sookie Stackhouse by Charlaine Harris – Read the first book in the series, it was actually the first book I picked up on Audible. Big fan of the True Blood series and enjoyed the first book. I just haven’t gotten around to any of the rest of the series yet, but I will. My wife loves this series, both the books and the television show. It was what we listened too when we were driving back from the westcoast.
Kings of the Wyld by Nicholas Eames – After so many people recommended this one I finally picked it up…
The Golden Spider by Anne Renwick – Steampunk! I’m wanting to read a lot more steampunk novels as I love the genre and this one was good start, will read more from her.
Big Damn Hero, Generations, and Life Signs…book 1, 4, and 5 of the firefly novels. They filled a hole I needed from missing Firefly. They may not be amazing, but it’s fun to revisit that world. Life Signs is probably my favorite of the Firefly books so far.
The Dragon Tamer by Ava Richardson – More Dragons. 🙂 This was a decent YA read with a lot of potential as a series, just haven’t gotten around to the next book.
Elfed in New York: Intern – was a fun little read that seemed to end way too soon. I’m looking forward to reading more.
I’m not sure…I think that’s it for the past couple years.
Steven Paul Watson, Author 