What Am I Reading Wednesday - August 13

The return of hot summer weather + two (two!) Geek BBQ sustained silent reading sessions meant I got quite a lot of reading done this week.

What I Finished Reading This Week

The Third Revolution – Elizabeth Economy
Generally a very good--if already somewhat dated--book on the topic. Economy has such a crisp, informative style; I very much enjoy her writing.

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With one notable exception, this draft was better than many published novels I've read over the last several years. The author has asked us for feedback, so hopefully they will take what I have to say regarding that one element on board.


What I Am Currently Reading

Siege and Storm – Leigh Bardugo
I'm slightly less than halfway through and so far, this book has been an absolute blast.

The Story of Irish Dance – Helen Brennan
This is very well written, and the history is not only interesting but surprisingly entertaining.

The Year In Ireland – Kevin Danaher
I read the chapters on Lughnasadh and pattens.

Roses and Violets – Gry Kappel Jensen
I don't know why so many Danish YA fantasy series are suddenly coming out in English translation, but I will happily read them when they do. About 40 percent of the way in, the plot is pretty run-of-the-mill, but it reads quickly and is keeping me entertained.


What I'm Reading Next

This week I picked up The Chosen Queen by Sam Davey (and which I can't wait to start), Nightshade by Gry Kappel Jensen, and De Woon Groep by Franca Treur.

これで以上です。