I haven’t chosen what novel I’m going to read next, but am sampling a variety of shorter works, most of which aren’t holding my attention. Probably I need to go stare at my bookshelves and see what appeals to me.
For those of you unfamiliar with this column, the Friday Fragments lists what I’ve read over the past week. Most of the time I don’t include details of either short fiction (unless part of a book-length collection) or magazines. The Fragments are not meant to be a recommendation list. If you’re interested in a not-at-all-inclusive recommendation list, you can look on my website under Neat Stuff.
Once again, this is not a book review column. It’s just a list with, maybe, a bit of description or a few opinions tossed in. And it’s also a great place to tell me what you’re reading.
Recently Completed:
Agent of Change by Sharon Lee and Steve Miller. I’ve meant to try a Liaden book for years, and am finally getting there. Strong characterization, even of minor characters. Great setting. Plot is action-packed, after the fashion of a spy thriller. Oh, and I loved the Turtles (aliens).
In Progress:
The Renaissance by Will Durant. Audiobook. Looking at the shifting of visual art styles from Medieval to early Renaissance.
Also:
Back issues of Vogue.