Thursday, November 15, 2007
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey
This book has the right to own the title "Timeless Classic". Even though it was written in the 1960s the issues that it deals with is prevalent to this day. This is a story about a Native American man who is stuck in an asylum. But the routine and control of the asylum's head nurse is soon broken by a newcomer, Mr. McMurphy. He is a scoundrel, gambler and con-artist and is frankly at the asylum on holiday from the usual dreary prison.
The structure of the narrative is brilliant and it deviates from what we're used to reading these days. I'm not going to tell what it is. It's better to discover it. This is a book that's heavy on the description and narrative so if this is your first time reading or if you don't enjoy reading just yet, stay away from this book for now. Take a gander later on when you're in the habit. This is a book on my Top 10 favorites; highly recommended reading.
New Moon by Midori Snyder
An excellent book. After reading it, it made me wish I had also purchased the second and third books but I wasn't feeling too adventurous that day so... This book is about people who wield elemental magic. When you have elemental magic in the weave, chances are you won't be disappointed. However, readers should note that the framework for the story is pretty much the same for most fantasy novels; a kingdom in turmoil because someone has usurped the throne or right to rule. But it works because the characters are unusual and likable. It was unputdownable from the beginning to the end. Can't wait to read the sequels!
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Book Prices
Trade-Paperback Novels will usually cost around 30-40 Ringgit. That covers fantasy novels and fictional novels as well. Hard cover books range from 60 Ringgit to 300 odd Ringgit. The latter price falls under the collector's versions of the book. The earlier covers the fantasy or fictional novels. Book prices for tomes like 'The Roaring Nineties' vary depending on where you get them from. I bought mine for 20 Ringgit at the Big Bookstore.
The Thief with No Shadow by Emily Gee
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
The Singer's Crown by Elaine Isaak
I basically singled out this book on the shelf because it had a most unusual title. Technically, I was looking for books that didn't have the typical words you would find in the title of the fantasy book. As luck would have had it, I got this one to read. This book holds an amazing story. It is so imaginative in terms of plot and character development. I have one word to describe it without giving away the whole story... Unputdowable! I slept late nights because of that! But there was one bit in the book that really spoiled my good feelings about it.
The Magic and The Healing by Nick O' Donohoe
This book is about four students, studying to be veterinarians, who travel, meet and aid the folk living at the Crossroads. This story is great because of the way it deals with the issue of the possibility of humans ruining a fantasy realm when it becomes too accessible. However, it is the way in which it is dealt that I like. It's very different. A word of warning though, the medical jargon is a little tough to get used to and you may start to lose interest in the beginning. But hang in there! The story picks up and reveals itself to be a truly fascinating read.
Sunday, July 1, 2007
Fantasy website
This site also has great reviews on fantasy books as well if you're seeking a second opinion. So go on over and check it out!
The Journey Before this Present Day
It is extremely aggravating and bothersome. I want to introduce people to all those wonderful books out there which are waiting to be read and are worth reading. Call me 'nerd' or 'bookworm' or those regular other sorely misused terms, but I guess the word 'escapism' comes to mind here. Indeed, reading a story or novel transports you to another realm, one that is fictionalized by a single or collaboration of brilliant minds. I am so afraid of reading books sometimes because I get so immersed that I shut out the rest of the world (especially my school work and the things that count).
This booklist is going to be mostly about my favourite genre; fantasy. Do not despair for I do deviate from it from time to time. It's called horizon broadening. There is nothing wrong with other genres like chic lit but there is such a thing as personal preference. The reason as to why I read fantasy most of the time is because of the boundless freedom the authors have to create the worlds and how they use that freedom. It's a little like art. It is a blank canvas waiting for someone to create the masterpiece; be it through creating a rule for the piece or simply a creation from a single drawn line.
So please, your curiosity is most welcome, especially on my page. If you are fascinated by the fantasy genre but have no idea what to begin with or are just plain looking for something else to read, do stop by from time to time as i will be keeping this blog updated as I go along. (For as long as this site does not hang while I'm halfway through an update!) Thank you for dropping by!
PHEW!!! Relocated the blog... finally...
I'll be transfering my book reviews and what nots to this site from now on. I can hardly wait! So yes welcome to this new realm of books.