The Last Hero (Discworld #27) by Terry Pratchett

The Last Hero
Discworld #27
Terry Pratchett


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Cohen the Barbarian and his Horde are going on one final quest - to return what was stolen from the Gods. It's up to Rincewind, Leonard of Quirm and Carrot to stop them, or else the world will blow up! 

It's quite typical of Rincewind to get himself into such dangerous situations as this. Mostly through no fault of his own, admittedly. Nevertheless, he seems to come out living, although sometimes only just! Good old Rincewind!

I loved the illustrations by Paul Kidby in this. It was such a nice break to the series, especially considering how long it is! I'll be honest, I probably would have given a slightly lower rating, if it wasn't for these illustrations. They're that good!

P.S. Leonard of Quirm is totally Leonardo da Vinci!

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Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie

Crazy For You
Jennifer Crusie


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Quinn is an art teacher at the local high school, dating Bill the school coach. She rescues dogs and nurses them back to health. Until one day, she decides she doesn't want a boring life anymore. After Bill takes her dog away, she realises she doesn't want to be with him anymore. She moves out (with the dog) and buys a house. But Bill doesn't seem to understand they're not together anymore. He keeps trying to take the dog away and even sabotages her new house. Will he ever leave her alone?


I hated Bill. He was so controlling and arrogant and just a generally unlikable human being. He believed he should get his own way all the time, regardless of how it would affect anyone else. Extremely selfish; only cares about himself and refuses to see the bigger picture.

Her friends Darla, Max and Nick were good for her. They were supportive and just wanted to see her happy. Especially Nick *ahem*.


This is one of those books that surprises me. The kind I don't ever remember sourcing; that have lived in my book collection forever yet I never want to read them. But when I do get around to reading them, I find I enjoy the story a lot. The kind of book where the saying 'don't judge a book by its cover' really applies.

I'll definitely look out for more books by Jennifer Crusie.




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Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick

Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep?
Philip K. Dick


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After WWT (Terminus) Earth is pretty much destroyed. Everyone follows Mercerism, where you have to own an animal and have a mood box. There are hover cars and androids. Rick Deckard is a bounty hunter, 'retiring' illegal androids. But it's so much more complicated than it seems.

I was actually watching the television mini series Humans when I was reading this book, and they deal with a similar subject matter. One that I am quite interested in. If we can go so far as to create androids so like us, who's to say there can't be ones that will have genuine feeling? It's a tricky subject matter, and requires a lot of debate.

This is the kind of book that just keeps you wanting more, and for that reason I felt it was a bit short. It didn't take long to read, and by the end you just want more!

Definitely worth a read if you're into androids, or remotely interested in machines with feelings.

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Thief of Time (Discworld #26) by Terry Pratchett

Thief of Time
Discworld #26
Terry Pratchett


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Jeremy has been set a task by the Auditors to build the world's most accurate clock. What he doesn't know is that it will stop time and being about the apocalypse. So naturally, Death is preparing the horsemen, as per tradition. Lu Tze has an apprentice - Lobsang, whom he tries to teach 'The Way', and Susan ends up helping everybody. But can the Discworld be returned to normal?


I really liked the imagery surrounding the clocks, and definitely the climactic scene! I'm not going to spoil it for you here, that alone is worth reading the book for! 

Any story that has Death and/or Susan in it is automatically going to be at least 4* because I just love them!

Terry Pratchett

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Skins Summer Holiday (Skins #2) by Jess Brittain

Skins Summer Holiday
Skins #2
Jess Brittain


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The second Skins novel follows the third generation cast set before you meet them in season 5. Mini, Grace and Liv go on holiday to Newquay where they meet Nick and his gang. Alo and Rich also go. You get some history on Franky, which is quite sad.


I probably would have enjoyed this more if I had read it 5 years ago when I was very into Skins. I didn't really get into the generation 3 cast however, so maybe not. I'm not sure if it's because I got older, or if I genuinely wasn't that interested.

I've read the first Skins novel surrounding the generation 2 cast, which I loved. It's quite good to get extra stories, which can fill in some blanks the TV show might leave.

Definitely worth a read if you enjoy Skins.




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Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture by Douglas Coupland

Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture
Douglas Coupland


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Andy, Dag and Claire are in their twenties, and against the modern culture of houses and full-time jobs. Instead they have moved to the California desert to work in crappy "McJobs" and rent a crappy apartment where they tell each other stories.

I think they're all a bit bored and seeking stimulation, and that's where these stories come from. It seems they're not really doing much with their lives and perhaps these stories are a way of livening up their day a little.

They're going nowhere fast. They have no responsibilities or any real connection besides each other. But maybe they think that's freedom.

I can kind of see their point though. I know everyone dreams of a world where they have no responsibility. No jobs or family they have to commit to, no mortgage or rent to pay. But there's a difference between little responsibility and wandering around aimless. I know settling down and having kids and jobs and houses isn't for everyone. But I believe everyone needs some stability, no matter what it is.

I guess because I'm quite 'tied down' I found it a bit hard to relate to their way of thinking. I rent a flat, I have a full time job, I have a car. I couldn't imagine my life without any of those things. I couldn't just up sticks and leave everything behind. It's not in my nature.

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The Truth (Discworld #25) by Terry Pratchett

The Truth
Discworld #25
Terry Pratchett


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There's a theory that Lord Vetinari has gone mad and killed someone. William de Worde wants to find out the truth, and in doing so, inadvertently creates the Discworld's first ever newspaper. The trouble is, some people don't like what they're reading...

The last couple of Discworld novels have been great, and this one's no different. Although I like to read about the reoccurring characters, sometimes it is quite nice to get a break and have one that's more of a stand alone novel. This is it. 

My favourite character here is probably Otto the vampire. His passion is photography, despite the fact that he goes poof! whenever he takes a photo. It's funny.

I like the imagery involved with the new printing press. Pratchett certainly had a way with words and his descriptions can be very comical. I won't spoil it for you here though!

Terry Pratchett

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