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thegpfury

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reviewed The Martian by Andy Weir (The Martian, #1)

Andy Weir: The Martian (Hardcover, 2014, Crown)

A mission to Mars.

A freak accident.

One man's struggle to survive.

Review of 'The Martian' on 'Goodreads'

Really enjoyed this book. The presentation was interesting, it had a good sense of humor, and definitely kept my attention. I really enjoy science fiction that focuses on the science part, and this fit the bill. Definitely would recommend.

Charles Stross: Glasshouse (Hardcover, 2006, Ace Books)

When Robin wakes up in a clinic with most of his memories missing, it doesn't …

Review of 'Glasshouse' on 'Goodreads'

This book started off quite interesting, but the ending seemed very rushed and didn't fit well to me.

David Kushner: Masters of Doom (2004, Random House Trade Paperbacks)

"To my taste, the greatest American myth of cosmogenesis features the maladjusted, antisocial, genius teenage …

Review of 'Masters of Doom: How Two Guys Created an Empire and Transformed Pop Culture' on 'Goodreads'

This was an interesting read on John Carmack and John Romero, focusing on their time at ID software. It give a lot of background on the development of Wolfenstein, Doom, and Quake. Highly recommended if you're a gamer or programmer who wants to know more about the design and making of early PC games.

Wil Wheaton: Just a geek (2004)

Review of 'Just a geek' on 'Goodreads'

interesting read. got it in the humble bundle of ebooks and figured I'd give it a shot. recommended if you like star trek