From My Corner of the Universe
Pretty Peony Blog
Title: Project Hail MaryAuthor: Andy WeirGenre: Sci-fi; Outer spaceYear Published: May 4, 2021 Date finished: April 6, 2022 I’ve heard a lot of hype about this book and because it’s sci-fi and looks to be outer space I thought I’d read it. This book is unique in that there are two stories going on. One... Continue Reading →
Title: AnthemAuthor: Ayn RandGenre: Sci-fi; DystopianYear Published: 1938 Date finished: April 2, 2022 This book was recommended to me by my 15-year-old daughter. She knows I enjoy dystopian stories and knew I would like this one, and she was right. This book was published in 1938 and takes place in a far future after a... Continue Reading →
Title: A Dog’s CollarAuthor: Sam Knupp Genre: Spiritual, MemoirYear Published: February 16, 2022 Date finished: March 29, 2022 This book is a collection of stories throughout the author’s life as a chaplain. It’s written as a memoir of sorts where we get to experience the stories with the author, and at times, about the author. Sam... Continue Reading →
Title: The Heart of Prayer: The Essential Guide to Knowing God Through PrayerAuthor: D.M. StahlheberGenre: Non-fiction; SpiritualYear Published: December 7, 2021 Date finished: March 4, 2022 I’ve never read a book about how to pray so this one really piqued my interest. I wanted to know what the author had to say about praying. I... Continue Reading →
Title: General Jack and the Battle of the Five KingdomsAuthor: David BushGenre: FantasyYear Published: October 28, 2020 Date finished: February 14, 2022 It’s been a while since I’ve read an anthromorphic story and it’s mainly because I haven’t found one that I liked. General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms by David Bush... Continue Reading →
Title: The King’s DeathAuthor: Ed Cannon Genre: FantasyYear Published: May 31, 2019 Date Finished: January 5, 2022 I didn’t read the first book because this book could be read without having read it. In this story, Silik becomes king and must defeat the enemy. He is granted help from magical healers who are able to provide... Continue Reading →
It's been awhile since I posted a book review. I've been reading and reviewing on Amazon, just not on my blog and Goodreads. Those reviews were only requested on Amazon. I am extremely backed up so I won't be able to take anymore request at this time. This book I just finished, "Terror on the... Continue Reading →
Title: Dust of the Earth Author: Mark LagesGenre: Science Fiction, LiteraryYear Published: September 27, 2021 Date Started: October 12, 2021 Date finished: November 1, 2021 Dust of the Earth by Mark Lages is a science fiction literary story about an AI named Martin who was created by MIT drop-out, Jim. Martin is very sentient-like. He’s nearly... Continue Reading →
This was the book I asked for as a subscriber to author Mark Lages's newsletter. If you are interested in getting a free book of your choice by Mr. Lages, drop by his website and sign up. You can read my post >>here<< for more information. In the meantime, enjoy my unboxing video of the... Continue Reading →
If you enjoy literary fiction with strong moral themes and a bit of satire and dark humor, Mark Lages is the guy for you. He also writes science fiction, so if you're like me, you'll probably be tempted to choose Mr. Booker's Summer Vacation. I received this book for free as a subscriber to his... Continue Reading →
From My Corner of the Universe 