What is a good book for someone with a lot of time and low patience?

Question

I like science fiction, but am open to suggestions. I'm a Harry Potter fan, LOTR fan. Not too mature, please. I've been a good reader, but for the past year books don't seem friendly. I am thinking a very good, brainwashing book.

Answer 1

Why don't you try Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events books?

Answer 2

Douglas Adams' "Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy" is a silly fast read. Forget the movie if you saw it and just read the book.

The Dune by Frank Herbert series is well written, but you might want to start with "The Butlarian Jihad" series first, which was written by Herbert's son and a co-writer The Jihad is the start of the history and helps you to understand where things came from in the original books.

Debra Doyle and James D. MacDonald's Mage War series is a good read. Start with "The Price Of The Stars."

Robert Asprin and Linda Evan's "Time Scout" books are also wonderful. Time rifts have opened in the fabric of space, allowing people to go back in time here on earth. Beware, the past is not a friendly place if you aren't careful. Asprin's other series "Phuel's Company" and "Another Fine Myth" are light, fun and fast reads and surprisingly educational if you know what to concentrate on.

Terry Pratchett is a comic master. His Discworld series will have you in stitches. What would you expect when the world is flat and resting on the backs of four giant elephants which are standing on the shell of a giant space turtle?

If you are looking for something a bit more seriouos? Try Orson Scott Card's "Ender's Game."

Answer 3

The Purpose Driven Life

Answer 4

Depends on the age group and genre of book you're looking for. If you have low patience, maybe you should read magazines. If you want a quick, funny book try ones by Christopher Moore (wrote Lamb, The Stupidest Angel).

Answer 5

There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you're a fan of Conan, LOTR or Wheel books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)

Publishers Weekly said in a rare STARRED Review:

"A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages."

Library Journal said:
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."

Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer said:
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."

Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article:
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"

Fantasybookspot.com Review:
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."

Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144...

Online excerpts:
http://the-blackgloom-bounty.blogspot.com/

Answer 6

For thrillers try anything by Matthew Reilly or James Rollins, for Sci-fi/fantasy try David Weber's "Honor Harrington'' series, for fantasy try Dennis McKiernan's duology INTO THE FORGE and INTO THE FIRE. All are wonderful reads. I like Matt Reilly's book TEMPLE and James Rollins book AMAZONIA a lot. You may too. Happy reading!

Answer 7

depends on what intrests you. But try these

History: Band of Brothers (101st airborne during ww2)

Fiction: Redwall (its actualy a young adults book but very entertaining and well writen)

Historical Fiction: Gates of fire (about the battle of thermopolye)

Fiction: Lost horizons (about the mythical city of shang ra la)

Also: Jurassic park (dinos run amok), Prey (machines run amok), Timeline (time travel), air frame (industrial espianange), sphere (sci-fi thriller about alien space craft) and Terminal man (psycotic man becomes what he always feared, and it turns him in to a killer) all are Micheal chriton books.

all are good books, and preaty fast reads. Most poeople I know couldnt put them down, my self included. enjoy

Answer 8

What type of book? Thriller? science? Mystery? Action? science fiction? Find what type you like first then narrow it down from there

Answer 9

A pop out book.

Answer 10

Gone For Good by Harlan Coben. That gets better and better all the way to the end.