Rated Bossypants 6/10
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Rated A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail 8/10
This is not the male version of Wild - no hard-earned self-discovery, not many stupid mishaps. Instead, this is a pleasant stroll up the Appalachian trail (or at least parts of it) with sprinklings of history and local color and the stresses of an unlikely hiking buddy relationship. Altogether enjoyable. A nice bedtime read.
Rated The Elegance of the Hedgehog 6/10
I expected a bit more of a story, but was surprised at how well the author kept my interest even with nothing going on. This book will appeal to you if you are enchanted with social and philosophical rumination and commentary. There is some tension in the development of relationships but, for the most part, the work is personality and insight-driven. Small complaint: I was sad to find the voice of Paloma, the girl who is one of the two first person narrators, become secondary about 3/4 of the way through.
Rated Tears of the Cheetah: The Genetic Secrets of Our Animal Ancestors 6/10
Although dated (published in 2003), Dr. O'Brien's compilation of stories of his work in genetic sleuthing is a great read for those who are beginning in the field. In particular, the early chapters on the importance of genetic diversity to a healthy species is a message relevant to both the endangered animal and human animal worlds.
Rated Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal 6/10
Finished reading My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry
Finished reading Imperfect Birds
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Rated The Girl on the Train 8/10
Fast-reading, well-written, contemporary psychological murder mystery told from the perspectives of three young British women. Interesting, flawed characters - Hawkins did a particularly good job of integrating the experience of alcoholic blackouts. Would be great to read while on an extended train ride :-)
Rated Playground 10/10
<div>Thought-provoking and surprising. My favorite Powers to date.</div>