The first part of the year held all the good books. This was also the year of the novel as I had some amazing reads although the last six months could have gone better 33 Books Best non-fiction My favorite novel of the year is A Gentleman in Moscow
Travel by Bullet
By: John ScalziNarrated by: Zachary QuintoSeries: The Dispatcher, Book 3Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins Summary for the entire series here:
Murder by Other Means
By: John ScalziNarrated by: Zachary QuintoSeries: The Dispatcher, Book 2Length: 3 hrs and 33 mins Summary for the entire series here:
The Dispatcher: Can’t be Killed
By: John ScalziNarrated by: Zachary QuintoSeries: The Dispatcher, Book 1Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins A summary for the entire series here. In the alternate reality, murder as traditionally understood (i.e., the intentional killing of another person) is not permanent due to a mysterious phenomenon where individuals who are murdered suddenly and inexplicably return to…
The Singularity Trap
By: Dennis E. TaylorNarrated by: Ray PorterLength: 11 hrs and 23 mins Ah another book by Dennis E. Taylor’s, for me this one falls into the light sci-fi category and was an enjoyable listen. I couldn’t help noticing significant plot similarities with my favorite series of his, the Bobiverse. Overall, it was a good listen,…
Saving Bravo: Worth It
The Greatest Rescue Mission in Navy SEAL HistoryBy: Stephan TaltyNarrated by: Henry StrozierLength: 11 hrs and 17 mins This chronicling of the struggles of an American airman behind enemy lines was excellent, yet I found it difficult to fully engage with. This surprised me, considering I typically value this type of reading material. One aspect…
12 Strong: Response
The Declassified True Story of the Horse SoldiersBy: Doug StantonNarrated by: Jack GarrettLength: 16 hrs and 40 mins 9/11, how do we respond? While I’ve followed the unfolding of the war in Afghanistan throughout my lifetime, I hadn’t delved deeply into the initial actions against the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. I found the personal narratives and tactical operations…
Rhythm of War: Siege of the Mind and Body
Book Four of The Stormlight ArchiveBy: Brandon SandersonNarrated by: Kate Reading, Michael KramerSeries: Stormlight Archive, Book 4Length: 57 hrs and 26 mins Describing the highs and lows of this fourth epic installment in the series is no small feat. Especially without spoiling it for the future reader. While previous entries in the series introduced novel concepts, much remained veiled…
Six days of War: David and Goliath?
June 1967 and the Making of the Modern Middle EastBy: Michael B. OrenNarrated by: Robert WhitfieldLength: 17 hrs and 53 mins When ensconced amid the tumult of battle and yet emerge triumphant from all quarters, the Israeli army stands as an emblem of victory. As I perused these accounts, what struck me with profound admiration…
The Constitution of Knowledge: Facts and Communication
A Defense of TruthBy: Jonathan RauchNarrated by: Traber BurnsLength: 12 hrs and 23 mins Our public discourse is polarized and filled with misinformation, urging us to reassess our methods. Jonathan Rauch stresses evidence and reasoned argument as essential. By prioritizing critical thinking and diverse perspectives, we can improve our discourse and seek truth effectively. An…
The Dictionary of Lost Words: Flash in the Pan
By: Pip WilliamsNarrated by: Pippa Bennett-WarnerLength: 11 hrs and 11 mins Great book that that died to an agenda. This maybe great for some, but lost me halfway through. Two poor books in a row…Moscow where art thou.
Mycroft Holmes: Fluff and nonsense
By: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Anna WaterhouseNarrated by: Damian LynchSeries: Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock, Book 1Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins There are those moments where you follow up the great with the ghastly. This book surprised me at how empty it was. Not a bad book, but after a Gentleman in Moscow this book needs some…