A periodic reader, recommending books I’ve enjoyed as a guy in his 20s
An incredible start to what I would consider one of the best series I've read in a long time. It flawlessly executes the utopian/A dystopian sci-fi genre. Perfect for those who love strong emotions, incredible battle scenes, and top tier world buildi...
Red Rising (Red Rising Series #1) By Pierce Brown
The first Hierarchy book, “Will of The Many”, is a wonderful story that intertwines great characters, a thoughtful power system, and breath taking plot twists. It’s a perfect start to what could be a truly incredible series!
The Will of the Many (Hierarchy #1) By James Islington
Project Hail Mary is an exciting sci-fi adventure packed with clever problem-solving, unexpected friendships, and thrilling twists. What's not to love about a man desperately trying to save Earth! It’s a gripping and heartwarming story from start to ...
Project Hail Mary By Andy Weir
Mickey7 is a fast-paced sci-fi novel that combines dark humor with deeper reflections on purpose, survival, and identity. Its imaginative world-building and clever storytelling kept me hooked from the first page. I found it really entertaining, yet i...
Mickey7 By Edward Ashton
A must read for sci-fi fanatics! It's a gripping novel that explores strategy, leadership, and the weight of responsibility through the eyes of a genius youth. It has great pacing, and should be on everybody's must reads!
Ender's Game By Orson Scott
Dune is a foundational sci-fi epic that does a great job blending politics, religion, and human ambition into a story that still feels relevant today. As the grandfather of modern sci-fi, it set the standard for world-building and complex storytellin...
Dune By Frank Herbert
The second book in the Red Rising series, Pierce Brown continues Darrow's journey with another work of art! Amazingly paced, Golden Son is an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish! If you thought the first book had it all, you'll no doubt love...
Golden Son (Red Rising Series #2) By Pierce Brown
The third and final book in the FIRST Red Rising trilogy, Morning Star is the perfection we all deserved! Pierce Brown never fails to implement touching story lines, heart-pounding battles, and exciting plot twists that continue until the very end. I...
Morning Star (Red Rising Series #3) by Pierce Brown
Antimatter Blues builds brilliantly on the world of Mickey7, raising the stakes with sharper tension, deeper character development, and even more moral complexity. It's a smart, fast-paced sequel that evolves from its predecessor with higher risks an...
Antimatter Blues: A Mickey7 Novel By Edward Ashton
If Dune laid the foundation for epic sci-fi, Dune Messiah expands it by exploring the consequences of power, prophecy, and hero worship. It's a more introspective, morally complex follow-up that challenges the philosophy and themes of the first book,...
Dune Messiah By Frank Herbert
Pierce Brown's introduction into the SECOND Red Rising trilogy, Iron Gold is a perfect start to what almost seems like a whole new world! His layering of perspective and point of view comes together in a wonderful story, perfectly building upon the R...
Iron Gold (Red Rising Series #4) By Pierce Brown
The fifth installment in the Red Rising series, Dark Age is everything a reader could ask for! It's a true balance of themes, critically examining the ideas of war, politics, love, and society, while adding the perfect amount of comedy and entertainm...
Dark Age (Red Rising Series #5) By Pierce Brown
The sixth book released by Pierce Brown in the Red Rising saga, it makes sense that I consider this to be his best work yet! The ups and downs, growth and sacrifice, good versus bad, this story really had it all! It was the start of something new, wh...
Light Bringer (Red Rising Series #6) By Pierce Brown
The Cartographers is a gripping mystery that turns the world of mapmaking into something unexpectedly thrilling and full of wonder. Peng Shepherd weaves together family secrets, lost knowledge, and a touch of magic in a story that’s both smart and em...
The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd
A cute and comfy mystery, The Thursday Murder Club is a clever and charming book that follows a group of retirees who solve crimes in their quiet retirement village. With sharp wit, endearing characters, and just the right amount of suspense, it’s a ...
The Thursday Murder Club By Richard Osman
The Man Who Died Twice picks up the fun and clever mystery with the Thursday Murder Club back at it, tackling new twists and high-stakes cases. It’s a witty, fast-paced read that blends humor and suspense while diving deeper into the characters you’v...