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The middle got a little dull. He uses almost too many examples to hit the point home. This is somewhat understandable, but it doesn't help hold the attention of anyone who has been involved in psychology or sociology courses.

I thoroughly enjoyed this, but it's basically a weak version of the podcast. Do yourself a favor and check that out because it allows McRaney to go more in depth into each issue.

If you'd like to learn more about the brain's shortcomings and our inherent biases, this is a great introduction.

Crazy and unique

This book has an insane magic system, questionable protagonists, and a great plot. As much as I somewhat saw this ending coming, the details and ramifications of how it played out make me sad I can't leap right into the sequel.

Interesting as hell, but REALLY dense. If you haven't studied much biology or physics this will go right over your head, even though it tries to keep things simple.

This novella took the story of the last one and ran with it. This is an incredibly unique sci-fi story, but it leaves with a frustrating cliffhanger...

This book is very low fantasy, which means there isnt nearly as much magic as people may like. That said, it's extremely entertaining. Funny, sad, exciting, and a damn great adventure.

Also, I want to clarify that I listened to the audiobook, and Joe Jameson does a fantastic job of making the characters come to life.

This book is amazing. This is a fantastic sequel to the Three Body Problem and continues the complex physics, cosmic sociology, economic, and political maneuverings I loved. This book series, so far, is easily one of my favorites of all time. I also greatly appreciate that this book ends off on a very small cliffhanger. I want to know more, not because the plot leaves off right before a big climax, but because the story is not yet finished and I want to see how much farther it will go.

This books compiles a bunch of things... but it mostly comes down to the fact that art and creativity are important and that people should strive to add those things into their life. Whether it's comic books, music, movies, or novels, Neil Gaiman demonstrates a genuine appreciation for each medium. He also discusses some of his motivations to be involved in these things and seeks to encourage others to get into them.

This is an adult fairytale and is one of the coolest stories of the last few decades. I listened to the audiobook, which was narrated by Neil, and it was fantastic. Unfortunately, I actually liked the movie a bit better because it felt like a more evolved version of this story.

This book is about America in a state of anti-intellectualism, complacency, and sheep-like following. This book describes many in America today and the sad affair we'll find ourselves in if we continue to use the word "intellectual" like a 4-letter word. This book should be mandatory reading in high schools.