seawarrior's reviews
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This book is a thorough guide for library workers who need to learn more about information technology, though it was a little outside my scope of background knowledge, and written more for the managerial level than I would have liked. Regardless, this would be a helpful book to refer to when making crucial decisions on how to implement and support information technology resources for employees and patrons. 

Kingdom Hearts II is an entertaining and often tragic story that reflects on the impact of friendships and memory. I enjoyed how the story immediately becomes mysterious and somewhat eerie, and that it finally taught me how Roxas is associated with Sora, as this has always been a perplexing element of Kingdom Hearts lore. Though the book stalled at the start, by the end I was excited to keep reading more about these characters and their devastating, yet hopeful, journeys. 

Marvel's Hulk: The First 60 Years is a great guide to the Incredible Hulk comics, sure to fascinate both new and familiar readers. The book contains a thorough history of the character and his most important stories, and includes interviews with some of the creative minds that have guided his journey over the years. Having read every issue of Hulk a while ago, I am typically picky with how the character and his story is presented. I thought this book was a rewarding tribute that reflected why Hulk and his world have been embraced by readers for over half a century. 

An interesting, although disorganized, look through the many eras of Incredible Hulk. It was nice seeing art I recognize from the comics printed in a much larger book, but the text surrounding them consisted of rehashed plots that weren't always accurate. I noticed one error that would have been easily avoided if the book was laid out in chronological order. I know I sound insufferable here but after reading nearly a thousand Hulk issues I think I'm entitled to be picky... Ultimately this book would probably be enjoyed more by readers disinterested in reading Hulk comics one-by-one. It leaves a lot out and overcomplicates the timeline, but it gives a decent overview of Hulk's themes and art. 

Four Reincarnations is an interesting book of poetry, though I was unable to appreciate it because I was mostly unsure of what it was trying to communicate. I would not recommend this book to readers like myself who know little about the structure and artistry of poetry. It feels unfair to even provide a personal opinion, given that I cannot tell if the writing was lacking, or if I was just not the proper reader for this type of material. 

Science of Strength Training is a useful guide that I have been able to successfully apply while building strength. It answers common questions and provides instructions on creating training routines for multiple levels of experience. I highly recommend that those interested in strength training rely on this guide to teach them how to train safely and effectively.

A House with Good Bones is a creepy, and sometimes comedic, occult horror story. Typically, occult horror does not interest me, but I enjoyed the story's focus on insects, vultures and subtle manipulation, and each disturbing moment left me with questions I desperately wanted answered. The mystery is consistently engaging and unravels with satisfying answers. I also appreciated that the book is not longer than it needed to be. This is a great introduction to the southern gothic genre for those who aren't sure it will hold their interest.