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Ivan is 99% done with For We Are Many (Bobiverse, #2)
Much more fleshed out universe. Story is interesting. Some heavy moments which was nice. It expanded on the first book nicely. Not edge of your seat or deep study of anything, but just a solid story
Dec 27, 2025 03:58AM Add a comment
For We Are Many (Bobiverse, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with We Are Legion (We Are Bob) (Bobiverse, #1)
Really fun concept that is executed well. It is a short book, but it is very dense and its ability to make interesting and unique things happen. It is a fun read and expanded what books could do with perspective characters.
Dec 05, 2025 05:14AM Add a comment
We Are Legion (We Are Bob) (Bobiverse, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Great Hunt (The Wheel of Time, #2)
Solid book. Unique RJ style is coming out more. Writing is thoroughly enjoyable. Consistent quality with more identity than the first

Story is strong, builds on the first, and introduces new elements that layer in nicely

Had a great time and am looking forward to the next
Dec 02, 2025 04:59AM 1 comment
The Great Hunt (The Wheel of Time, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, #1)
Very LOTR style writing. Influence is very clear. It does it well so it’s not a bad thing. Story is interesting and characters unique (even if a little uninspired)

Being a set up book is clear in some areas
Dec 02, 2025 04:56AM Add a comment
The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Remains of the Day
Interesting read. Interesting subtleties to the book that makes it linger in ways you don’t expect. It was a good read that immersed you in a mind and in circumstances that were very foreign, yet felt personal

Liked characters and POV
Dec 02, 2025 04:52AM Add a comment
The Remains of the Day

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Ivan is 99% done with Black Sun (Between Earth and Sky, #1)
Basic story with basic world building. Good intro to fantasy that is very basic. Has cool concepts but is executed poorly. All characters act like teenagers. Political intrigue is basic. Has gimmicks like a mermaid and some interesting visuals that don’t do much. Romantic element is boring and predictable
Dec 02, 2025 04:51AM Add a comment
Black Sun (Between Earth and Sky, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Dragon Republic (The Poppy War, #2)
Really good and interesting. Definitely a story that addresses colonialism and heavy inspiration by Europeans and Christianity infiltrating Asia

It’s also a good story with twists and turns that are earned
Oct 25, 2025 05:35AM Add a comment
The Dragon Republic (The Poppy War, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Poppy War (The Poppy War, #1)
Solid fantasy book on colonialism. Fun and interesting read. Revenge is almost too strong a force, and not super believable. But the overall story and themes stuck the landing
Oct 10, 2025 04:29AM Add a comment
The Poppy War (The Poppy War, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with Last Argument of Kings (The First Law, #3)
Better than the first two for sure. Not great but good throughout. Still some stretches where stuff just happens so that something else can happen. Not as layered or interesting. Still limited plots or themes. Characters were better but not great
May 19, 2025 07:32PM Add a comment
Last Argument of Kings (The First Law, #3)

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Ivan is 99% done with Before They Are Hanged (The First Law, #2)
Writing is slightly better than the first and story is slightly better. But still not great. Too much things just happening and not that interesting or distinguishing plot or themes
May 19, 2025 07:30PM Add a comment
Before They Are Hanged (The First Law, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Blade Itself (The First Law, #1)
Interesting world with grim dark tone. Story is meh - flawed and superficial - with fun moments.
May 19, 2025 07:28PM Add a comment
The Blade Itself (The First Law, #1)

Ivan
Ivan is starting The Silent Patient
99% simple but layered. Very psychological in an uneasy way, but also compelling. Fun easy read
Mar 07, 2025 07:56PM Add a comment
The Silent Patient

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Ivan is 99% done with Jade War (The Green Bone Saga, #2)
Story is picking up and it’s a lot of fun. Strong consistent storytelling. You never know what to expect
Feb 19, 2025 05:46AM Add a comment
Jade War (The Green Bone Saga, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with Jade Legacy (The Green Bone Saga, #3)
Holy crap what a finale. Tied together threads I didn’t realize I wanted tied together. Self contained story lines that were interesting and fulfilling. And a conclusion that was poetic and intense. It pulled me in like few others could. Every piece was masterfully crafted
Feb 19, 2025 05:46AM Add a comment
Jade Legacy (The Green Bone Saga, #3)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Obelisk Gate (The Broken Earth, #2)
Pieces are coming together and the relationships are truly unique. Really enjoying the journey!
Feb 19, 2025 05:44AM Add a comment
The Obelisk Gate (The Broken Earth, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Sea of Monsters (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #2)
I love Tyson! This was a really fun ride!
Feb 19, 2025 05:43AM Add a comment
The Sea of Monsters (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with Kindred
Feels like an early writer at times, but the quality of the story and the themes is very strong
Feb 19, 2025 05:43AM Add a comment
Kindred

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Ivan is 50% done with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Oz, #1)
Fun book. Dry but has interesting elements
Feb 19, 2025 05:42AM Add a comment
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Oz, #1)

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Ivan is 50% done with The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Fun, simple book. Good for kids
Feb 19, 2025 05:42AM Add a comment
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

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Ivan is 99% done with The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)
Lots of fun. Even knowing the story doesn’t take away from the experience
Feb 19, 2025 05:40AM Add a comment
The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with Jade City (The Green Bone Saga, #1)
Fun ride! Great writing and a fun time
Feb 19, 2025 05:37AM Add a comment
Jade City (The Green Bone Saga, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with I,Robot
Interesting take on technology, but poor characters and oversimplified plot. Simplified too much, but still makes good points
Dec 31, 2024 08:45PM Add a comment
I,Robot

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Ivan is 99% done with The Marriage of Opposites
Absolute masterpiece. Very rich environment and writing makes me feel like I’m living in this moment. I care about people and circumstances even thought I’m far from turn of the 19th century French Jewish people from st Thomas. Yet the stories that are told are profoundly human. Tons of meaningful little things - like apple tree. And great story on generational growth
Nov 15, 2024 10:20PM Add a comment
The Marriage of Opposites

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Ivan is 99% done with Assassin's Quest (Farseer Trilogy, #3)
Beautiful writing and a good time. I struggle in hind-sight but I def enjoyed the ride. The end was a little crammed IMO
Sep 03, 2024 08:52PM Add a comment
Assassin's Quest (Farseer Trilogy, #3)

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Ivan is 99% done with Yumi and the Nightmare Painter (Hoid's Travails, #2)
Fun and charming! Loved the book! Only criticism is that it was a little confusing and required a few exposition explanations to understand the story
Aug 22, 2024 05:16PM Add a comment
Yumi and the Nightmare Painter (Hoid's Travails, #2)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, #1)
Prose is incredible. Story can drag, but every part of the story is written so beautifully that it was always interesting. Very dense book. Worth a re-read
Aug 12, 2024 02:06PM Add a comment
The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with Tress of the Emerald Sea (Hoid's Travails, #1)
Very whimsy and all around great book. Perfect encapsulation of Brandon’s writing - even if tone is different
Aug 11, 2024 05:18PM Add a comment
Tress of the Emerald Sea (Hoid's Travails, #1)

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Ivan is 99% done with The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
I can see why it’s a classic. Awesome book and really great writing - beyond linguistics. Shouldn’t be a movie trilogy, but truly and amazing book
Jul 19, 2024 02:13AM Add a comment
The Hobbit, or There and Back Again

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