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Redshirts: A Novel with Three Codas | 
pickIt took me a couple of chapters to get into this one. I watched Star Trek when I was younger, and I've read a decent amount of sci-fi (Heinlein, Asimov, Bradbury, Tchaikovsky, PK Dick, Adams, Eggers, Chiang---TheStorygraph says I've read 101 sci-fi books), but I'm not really a sci-fi fan, per se. I do not cosplay, for example. However, I'm glad I persevered because this novel is funny, smart, and emotionally truthful.
Camille and Silo say that my top priority this afternoon is sitting still and finishing my book. If I don't fall asleep under the warmth and purring of two cats.
I finally got into the tagged book and all I want to do is read it, but instead I have to read and give feedback on informational articles written by 5th graders. I mean, they're awesome 5th graders, but it's not really the same. Photo of yesterday's sunset and waxing moon to illustrate my wistfulness.
Rainy lunch between classes. (I'm under a ramada, so as long as the wind doesn't blow too hard, it's not actively raining on me...or my book.)
Holiday/birthday library book gift stack! My spouse picks them from my TBR, which is so extensive, it's always a surprise, but a pleasant one because they're all books that I want to read.
pickI finished this a few days ago and just realized I never posted a review. It was so silly and fun, and went in a couple directions I wasn't expecting. I suspect there were references and jokes that went over my head as I'm not a major Star Trek fan, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. I'll get it in the mail in the next couple days! #lmpbc @cseydel @bethM @peanutnine
I foresee a good portion of my summer spent in this chair, reading good books and watching the chickens wander the yard... such a peaceful way to spend the day!
Finished my grades, so I‘m rewarding myself with a little reading time at my desk… this has had me chuckling already in the first few pages! #lmpbc @CSeydel @BethM @peanutnine
pickMy first John Scalzi and I appreciated his sense of humor, very tongue-in-cheek. This was such a fun parody of Star Trek and sci-fi television. It gave me big Galaxy Quest vibes ✨
#LMPBC - April #bookspin @TheAromaofBooks - #Pantone2023 fiery red #2023ReadySetRead cover one of the fire colors @Clwojick
I'm not in space, but I am 30,000+ feet up in the air. I'm also wearing a red shirt. This could be bad...
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Finished this today - I thought it was great! I won‘t give too detailed a review so you can read it without bias, but I found it funny, intelligent, and highly readable. I love Scalzi‘s wry sense of humor and his sharp observation of human nature.
pick4.75⭐ Any book that can grab my attention and keep me reading or thinking about it all day is a winner in my book, and this story did just that. It has a levity and hilarity that was much needed but a thought-provoking absurdity that kept me thinking and philosophizing. This book has made me a Scalzi fan and now I want to see out more.
pickI did it. I read it. It's only taken me ages to actually get to it. Don't know why.
This had redshirts and the poor people fell like flies. Until they decide that they don't want to die anymore.
#ValentinesDayReadathon
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Okay, John Scalzi is CHARMING! He made a point of really talking with everyone who came to his table and signed my partner's entire giant bag of books.
pickHumorous all the way through, this is another enjoyable book from Scalzi. It helps if you are a super-nerd as well and love Star Trek.
pickMy little Star Trek heart really enjoyed this one. It's funny, dramatic and in the end quite introspective and philosophical. I will definitely be reading more by this author.
#BookCoverChallenge
Day 301.
Here I will note 365 books (or as many as I will have before I get tired) that have shaped my taste in literature. No explanations, no reviews. Just the cover of the book.
I do not challenge anyone. You are all welcome to take part.
Currently reading Red Shirts, love how spoofy Star Treky it is.
pickI reread this book for my book club and I'm glad I did because I had forgotten a lot from years ago. The best part is the humor. It is a really funny, feel-good type book. Anyone who grew up watching Star Trek or other sci fi television programs will particularly appreciate it.
A couple of scores from the Friends of the Library book sale ❤️
so-so#readharder2021 #fanfiction
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This was ok, to long before thing really were clicking along well. Many of the characters didn't have redeeming qualities about them.
Over the pandemic my friend and I started a podcast where we watch Star Trek: The Original Series so other people don't have to, and this book is speaking to my soul right now.
pickRedshirts starts off like a bad SciFi novel. And that's the point. Why does the bridge crew always lead the away teams personally, and why does some low-ranking ensign always end up dead? Why do officers' decisions make no sense, other than being dramatically appropriate? And why are the laws of physics suspended just in time to save the ship?
Redshirts is a wickedly funny satirical sendup of popular but flawed SciFi shows of today and yesteryear.
pickSo. Much. Fun! I've owned the audio for who-knows-how long, but only was inspired to read it now because it was picked for a group read in one of my virtual book groups. Thanks—I needed that! If you need a fun, silly, undemanding pick-me-up, too, give it a try!
P.S. Wil Wheaton is a wonderful narrator.
pickSo as much as I enjoyed this I feel that Scalzi wasn‘t completely sure what he wanted this book to be. It‘s better than a 3, but not a 4. I guess that makes it 3.5/5!
After what seems like forever I am back and planning on actually posting! This is my current read... I needed some humour!
#thankfulthursday
1. She recommended it because she thought I‘d enjoy it. And I did! It was my first Scalzi novel and now I‘ve read almost all of his work.
2. This week, caring friends.
pickThat was more meta than expected, but that made it fun. On the whole it's a bit too long and fragmented (three coda parts!), but still a pick.
pickI love this book. I love thinking about Star Trek while reading something that isn't quite like it. I love how meta this book gets. I love the character development and awareness. And I love how (most of) the character arcs end.
pickOh no! I realized I‘m reviewing while wearing a red shirt! I better be careful this episode! 🖖
This book was so much fun! If you enjoy any of the “weekly sci-fi television shows”, and also satire, this was great. I can‘t say how many times I laughed. Why haven‘t I read John Scalzi before? I‘d definitely read another of his.
@TheAromaofBooks this was my #bookspin.
I heart this dedication from John Scalzi to Wil Wheaten.
It made me both “aaawwwww” and snort laugh. 💕
so-soIf you're all a star track fan you will love this book. It's from the side of the red shirts who always die in star trek. Not a book for everyone but fun none the less.
pickFun meta sci-fi - especially if you are a fan of TV science fiction shows like Star Trek. Enjoyed throughly!
1️⃣ Well, fanfic, of course. But also mainstream SF, basic action adventures in space or space opera. Or SF humour, like tagged.
2️⃣ Labyrinth, the one with David Bowie's cod piece.
3️⃣ Podcast: Do by Friday, made by very funny potty mouths. TV show: TOS, but these days, I'm rather obsessed by The Untamed (i.e. 陈情令, i.e. Chén Qíng Lìng, i.e CQL).
4️⃣ Watercolour painting.
#fridayfun #1daylate @wanderinglynn
The fabulous John Scalzi‘s Redshirts is the March book for the Tor ebook of the Month Club. It‘s available for free download (ePub and mobi) until 11:59 PM ET, March 20th.
Only available in the US and Canada.
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1. Depends on the book! I tend to keep a lot but if I don‘t, it‘s always a donate.
2. Depends on the book and my time. Longest was a couple weeks.
3. I don‘t seem to have one. I‘ve powered through the last few ones that I couldn‘t stand.
#wondrouswednesday
Been sick a few days and just finished a good but difficult read; this is just the pick-me-up I needed! Only a few chapters in, but I adore this concept and its beginning.
Pairs well with a Hot Toddy and my love of Star Trek.
I love it when friends gift me books!
Happy National Science Fiction Day! My Dad was the one who helped to spark my love in all things science fiction. He and I used to discuss the different books and short stories we‘d read and recommend ones to one another. These books represent only a few of the many I own and hope to read. The tagged book is one I have a feeling he‘d enjoy as a Star Trek fan. #bookstack #NationalScienceFictionDay
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