Little Brother

 I just finished reading the book, Little Brother by Cory Doctorow.  It was far far far away from what I normally like to read.  The basic premise is that there is another attack on US soil (9/11)- this time on the Golden Gate Bridge.  In the aftermath the DHS (Department of Homeland Security) takes over and does some...well interesting things regarding freedoms of U.S. citizens.  The main character of the book stand up to the DHS by creating the Xnet (free from DHS spying).  Wow, my head hurts a bit.  The book is intense and has lots and lots of info about hacking, the internet, and video games.  I finished it.  It did have a solid ending.  I am looking forward to my next read in a different genre.

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The Rangers Apprentice

 Forgot to mention that I read the series...just a quick 11 books :)  They are fun, entertaining and full of adventure.  The basic story is that Will is taken on as Halt's (the Ranger) Apprentice.  Halt teaches Will and of course the young boy manages to teach the old man a few things too.  the have epic adventures throughout the series.  Super easy to read, super fun.  I am now reading book one to my son.

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Personal Effects - E. M. Kokie

 I just finished reading this very powerful book and I recommend it to any who are looking for a very honest, gut wrenching picture of what life is like for so many who have had the loss of a family member who was serving this country overseas.  The book is real.  The book is honest.  The book is not always easy to read.  The book shares the true pain of a brother's loss and a father who does not know how to deal with the loss of much of his life.  There is also quite a twist to the story that is beautiful.  Enjoy an incredible but hard read.

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