Being one of the first sci-fi books I've read (save Hitchhiker's Guide series) this book was quite fascinating. It was almost believable, quite honestly. Clarke does a good job telling the story and it flows well. There really wasn't any parts that were slower than others. The book was never predictable for me. I do wish I could have gotten to know some of the characters better. That is the only thing this book lacks. Overall, I liked the book and will continue reading the series, though I've read the reviews for the next few books and have fairly low expectations.
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pinkpusheen rated The Memory Keeper's Daughter: 4 stars
The Memory Keeper's Daughter by Kim Edwards
This stunning novel begins on a winter night in 1964, when a blizzard forces Dr. David Henry to deliver his …
pinkpusheen reviewed Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke (Rama, #1)
Written in 1973, a massive 50 kilometre long alien cylinder begins to pass through the …
Review of 'Rendezvous with Rama' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
pinkpusheen reviewed Life of Pi by Yann Martel
Review of 'Life of Pi' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
I was quite fascinated by this book. I honestly have none that I've read to compare it to. It's a very well-told story, with excellent writing level. There were a few parts that were a little slow, but overall it was quite good. I read it in 24 hours. I would recommend it to most people, particularly those that like to think about and analyze things.
The Second Summer of the Sisterhood (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Series, Book 2) by Ann Brashares (Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Series)
With a bit of last summer's sand in the pockets, the Traveling Pants and the Sisterhood that wears them embark …
pinkpusheen rated Eclipse: 5 stars
pinkpusheen rated Breaking Dawn (Twilight #4): 5 stars
pinkpusheen rated New Moon: 5 stars
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer
Love stories. Horror fiction. Now in a Special Trade Demy Paperback Edition. The dramatic sequel to TWILIGHT, following the tale …
pinkpusheen rated Fascination: 5 stars
Fascination by Stephenie Meyer (Twilight, #1)
Bella, dix-sept ans, décide de quitter l'Arizona ensoleillé où elle vivait avec sa mère, pour s'installer chez son père. Elle …
pinkpusheen rated Eragon: 5 stars
Eragon by Christopher Paolini (Inheritance ; 01)
In Aagaesia, a fifteen-year-old boy of unknown lineage called Eragon finds a mysterious stone that weaves his life into an …
pinkpusheen rated Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: 5 stars
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J. K. Rowling, Minalima Design, J.K Rowling (Harry Potter)
Harry Potter #2
Throughout the summer holidays after his first year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry Potter …
Review of 'The Devil Wears Prada (The Devil Wears Prada, #1)' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
Much different than the movie. Once I realized that, I quite enjoyed it. Very good read.
pinkpusheen rated Herland: 4 stars
Herland by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Herland is a utopian novel from 1915, written by American feminist Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The book describes an isolated society …
pinkpusheen rated Tassels, Tiebacks & Trimmings and How to Use Them: 5 stars
Review of 'Painting Techniques & Faux Finishes' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
Great book that explains many different faux finishing techniques...from simpler ideas like ragging and sponging to more detailed looks like malachite and marble, this book covers it all. Great resource for an interior designer.