The Amber Spyglass
I didn't love the finish to the series. Like most final books, I thought it delved too deeply into a quasi-religious rant. However, I have heard the perspective of friends that they enjoyed that…
Catching Fire
The first book was young adult sci-fi that was bearable across the age gap. This one was so absolutely unbearable I couldn't even get through it. I'm not going to waste another movement of my time or…
The Golden Compass
A very enjoyable, action-packed fantasy with a young main character set in an alternate-reality. It's not heavy swords & sorcery, which is a nice departure. It's a great start to the series.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Book 1
Note: This review is for the Stephen Fry recording, not the Jim Dale version on Audible, the latter of which is complete shit.1 If you haven't read Harry Potter and you're over the age of 18, then…
The Hunger Games
Despite any misgivings you may have about the movie(s), or the next books in the series, the first book is a quick, enjoyable read. It is firmly in the Young Adult category, so just know what you're…
The Subtle Knife
Book two of the series follows on strong with more adventure in this universe. It follows on strong from book one in an imaginative new world.