I’ve just finished reading three Cormac McCarthy books in a row – No Country for Old Men, All the Pretty Horses, Outer Dark – and while they were great, I need a break from the heavy oppressiveness of some of his story telling. Also, I read Maus I and II in amongst all that, which was brutal and disturbing, but a great read and I’d recommend it to anyone. Any suggestions?
I like most genres but have become soured on 98% of fantasy. I read Lies of Locke Lamora last month and that kinda shut the fantasy door for me. I was surprised by how disappointed I was, despite the rave reviews that I regularly see here and on other subs.
I love sci fi and historical fiction. I’ve recently been reading a lot of Jo Nesbo – Norwegian detective/murder mystery novels. I’m very excited for the next Southern Reach novel by Jeff Vandermeer to come out next month! I also really enjoy good graphic novels. Last year I read The Watchmen and V for Vendetta and both were incredibly good.
Thanks!
by BookScrum