So, October was interesting.
October flew by and yet but at the same time, it was really unproductive for me. I feel like the more I force myself to be productive, the lazier I get. Anyone feeling this way these days? I would really love to talk to people who have been or are going through this mood. What are you doing to be more productive and to ensure continuity?
I thought that I could be much more productive because I was no longer subject to working hours and could spend time at home as I wanted, but in the first month of freedom, this was not the case at all. Maybe I’m just burned out. I don’t know. This situation that I’m in worries me.
So, let’s talk about books huh? In October I finished two novellas and started a novel which I’m still reading. I bought many books tho. I’m always alright with buying more books somehow.
I finished The House on Abigail Lane by Kealan Patrick Burke and ended up giving it 3.5 stars. I love Burke. I still think about Sour Candy even though it’s been a year since I read it. While House on Abigail Lane wasn’t a bad book, it was a story I didn’t find Burke’s ability to create creepy atmospheres that I loved. It felt like something was missing. Still a fun read.
The second book I finished was Nightfall, the first book in Daniel Barnett’s Nightmare Chronicles series. Which I loved and am excited to continue. I ended up giving it 4 stars. You can read my full review here if you are interested.
The book I started was The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne. I love John Gwynne. I love the faithful and The Fallen but somehow I am having a hard time getting into the story. Kinda disappointing because of the amount of love I have for his books but on the other hand, it took me a while to get used to Malice, so I’m not losing hope yet.
The highlight of the month was the arrival of Tanya Lapointe’s The Art and Soul Of Dune. Look how pretty! Such great work. I watched the movie twice by now and gonna keep watching it. Dune is one of my favorite science fiction/fantasy books and I think the movie does justice to the book, both in terms of content and visuals. At least as much as it covers. This book is a celebration of that success. There’s everything in the book that truly reflects the art and spirit of the film, from the set and character designs, illustrations, to interviews with the production and cast. It’s spectacular. I love everything about it and I’ll definitely be buying the next part’s books as they come out. Hats off to Tanya Lapointe. Chef’s kiss.
That was my October. In fact, I read everyone’s wrap-ups with envy. I hope November will be a month for me to spend more productively and find myself a little bit.
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