With my beloved Kindle, I'm actually getting through a few books. Who'd have thought it!
So, here we go.
The Infection by Craig DiLouie (A Ric's Reviews recommendation)
Loved this book! If you love zombies and apocalyptic scenarios (and who doesn't) this will sate you. Fast paced story, lots of action and I couldn't put this one down. They should make a film of this one. Perfect for kids like me with ADHD.
Next up...
American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis
Didn't really fancy the film for some reason but thought I out to read the novel. Took a while to get going, lots of description of 80s nonsense in this guy's life. Half way through it really takes off and gets a bit fucked up and nasty. Really not sure what to make of it all. Certainly a fine commentary on how things were in 80s New York with yuppies, fashion etc. As for the nasty stuff, I guess that's just timeless.
I was a bit traumatised by the whole thing. Needed to calm my nerves and read something more positive.
So I chose....
Humanity: A Moral History of the Twentieth Century by Jonathen Glover
Fuck me, what a mistake this was. This book described in details the most horrible crimes against humanity and then describe the morality (or lack of) of the whole thing, from individuals to the government in charge. Usual suspects Stalin, Hitler, Pol Pot, Serbian war, Rwanda etc. Pretty hard going and it left me in a worse state than American Psycho.
Really needed something relaxing.
Alex's Adventures in Numberland by Alex Bellos
Ahhhh, this one was better. It is a tale of numbers through history. No traumatic experiences here. Well written, although a little dry in places. Well, it is about numbers I suppose. Overall, a good read and was a relief from the previous two.
Perked up with happiness I moved onto my favourite genre sci-fi. Two books here...
Renegades and Exiles by Dan Worth
These are the the first two in a trilogy. Third one not out yet and I can hardly wait. Nothing too clever here, big ships fighting, scary alien baddies, grand scale and just a good yarn. Some good characters to hold the thing together and you have a winner.
See, we had a happy ending.
Friday, 30 September 2011
Saturday, 17 September 2011
Gamefest!
Gamefest at the NEC. Yay! I had a little visit (it was little as I had to rush off unexpectedly) and it was great.
Top tip for the girls, it really is a target rich environment for you. Very little competition. There were some girls doing the Dance Central thing on a stage (yes, I was one of the middle aged guys taking pics) and some Nuts tarts making teens have awkward hard ons but other than that there were millions of blokes! Quite a lot of pony tails it must be said so I guess you have to take them out the equation.
Anyway, some really good stands. I didn't have time to get into the really big game stands due to huge queues (MW3, BF3, Rage etc) but there were plenty of others that didn't need queuing. Forza 4 looked awesome and great fun with a wireless steering wheel thingy (crimbo pressie idea...), Batman Arkham City looked incredible, there was a linked up F1 game that looked very promising but I get a bit frustrated by those types of simulations. Race for 2 hours and one lapse of concentration and the whole thing is over. It reflects life I guess but the reason I'm playing the bastard is to take a break from real life for a little while.
Saints Row 3 had a cool stand, like a night club with a bouncer on the door but i peeked in and all they had was bottles of water in the bar. Fail. Although I loved the outragious Saints Row 2, so I can't beat on them too hard. No doubt number 3 will be just a sick and enjoyable.
One of my favourite stands was the Retro Gamer. Had all the old consoles and even a Vextrex! You got to be old like me to know that one. Golden age of gaming right there. Was a really popular stand too which gave me a warm fuzzy feeling. Today it takes millions and huge teams to make these games. Back in the day it was done in a bedroom or small office with a few pals. Ah, I love nostalgia.
It's coming up for winter so I'm treating myself to some new games (the Xbox hasn't been turned on in 6 months). Dues Ex and Dead Island will be the purchases (unfortunately no sign of them at the show). More on them once teeth have been sunk in. Also on the cards is a gaming laptop. I know I said I'd never go back to gaming on the PC but I spend a lot of time away, bored out my tits so I might as well perk things up a little. Elder Scrolls Skyrim is pushing me into that PC lark (again, big queue to see that bad boy. The gameplay trailers look amazing).
Top tip for the girls, it really is a target rich environment for you. Very little competition. There were some girls doing the Dance Central thing on a stage (yes, I was one of the middle aged guys taking pics) and some Nuts tarts making teens have awkward hard ons but other than that there were millions of blokes! Quite a lot of pony tails it must be said so I guess you have to take them out the equation.
Dance my pretties.
Anyway, some really good stands. I didn't have time to get into the really big game stands due to huge queues (MW3, BF3, Rage etc) but there were plenty of others that didn't need queuing. Forza 4 looked awesome and great fun with a wireless steering wheel thingy (crimbo pressie idea...), Batman Arkham City looked incredible, there was a linked up F1 game that looked very promising but I get a bit frustrated by those types of simulations. Race for 2 hours and one lapse of concentration and the whole thing is over. It reflects life I guess but the reason I'm playing the bastard is to take a break from real life for a little while.
My Xmas present
That's me with the axe.
I wish this was my living room
Saints Row 3 had a cool stand, like a night club with a bouncer on the door but i peeked in and all they had was bottles of water in the bar. Fail. Although I loved the outragious Saints Row 2, so I can't beat on them too hard. No doubt number 3 will be just a sick and enjoyable.
One of my favourite stands was the Retro Gamer. Had all the old consoles and even a Vextrex! You got to be old like me to know that one. Golden age of gaming right there. Was a really popular stand too which gave me a warm fuzzy feeling. Today it takes millions and huge teams to make these games. Back in the day it was done in a bedroom or small office with a few pals. Ah, I love nostalgia.
I'm awesome because I remember this stuff
It's coming up for winter so I'm treating myself to some new games (the Xbox hasn't been turned on in 6 months). Dues Ex and Dead Island will be the purchases (unfortunately no sign of them at the show). More on them once teeth have been sunk in. Also on the cards is a gaming laptop. I know I said I'd never go back to gaming on the PC but I spend a lot of time away, bored out my tits so I might as well perk things up a little. Elder Scrolls Skyrim is pushing me into that PC lark (again, big queue to see that bad boy. The gameplay trailers look amazing).
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