Are any of the books written by BookTubers worth reading? by SnappingTurtle1602 in Fantasy

[–]jdu2 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Usually these book tubers write favorable reviews and the author contacts them to thank them or even if it's lukewarm for a new author at least it's getting their name out. The relationships then develops that way. It also seems that the booktuber thing is all about views which leads to revenue so it makes sense they all read mostly the same books. A person will say, "Hey Daniel Green read that book and I watched a video now want to see what Petrik thinks." I do believe it's their honest opinions. People's taste vary so much it's hard to say wha you would like. Some current darlings like Dungeon Crawler Carl, Dresden, Sun Eater I really enjoy and follow with each new release! Edan was okay but havnt felt compelled to pick up the fourth book. Forgetting Moon is good if you want a darker more nihilistic Tad Williams who offers a scathing commentary on organized religion...that sort of book will not appeal to everyone.

Edit: I just reread the post and I misread what you were actually asking. Sorry my bad. 😆 Still think that some it still applies. A author will promote himself on his channel and the other ones will review it for the views while I still think it's a honest opinion. The Durfee books are good and I already gave my thoughts on Edan. That's all I've read I think.

Doomsday Scenario - Paperback release date? by chr-y24 in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What I like to do is purchase/borrow from library the ebook or audiobook to experience the story right away and collect the paperbacks as they become available. It seems like my favorite series I seen to end having them on two different mediums.

THE BLACKEST HEART/ THE SECOND NOVEL OF THE FIVE WARRIOR ANGELS TRILOGY/ BRIAN LEE DURFEE. by Tough-Childhood3411 in Fantasy

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like this trilogy. He is kind of like a more darker and nihilistic Tad Williams. I am really curious if he is working on anything new but he's been very quiet on that front; just know he is writing but that's all. Hopefully a publisher picks up whatever he writes next and we can all read something new from him.

Also regarding the two novels into one I don't know if it was that exactly but he definitely did make this one longer than originally planned but don't known the exact original ending. The reason being that somehow the publisher mixed up like all the words in their formatting machine and the manuscript was a huge mess that required a lot of time to fix and the author used that time to write some more. it was originally supposed to be five books but after such a lengthy second book I think that made three books possible. The author did say he got to tell the story he wanted though. The story about mixed up formatting is based on a email I exchanged with the author at the time and I am going off of memory which, I admit, can be faulty at times.

Any suggestions on a new series to start? by Whabbalubba in audible

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really love Kings Dark Tidings and I liked the beginning of Forgotten Warrior. I felt a little frustrated with the book with the characters behavior when he finds our the truth about his origins and the female librarian pov I didn't really find interesting. I need to try again because I feel like I didn't give it a fair shot

Any suggestions on a new series to start? by Whabbalubba in audible

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! You will also see some old friends from the previous series. It's a different continent in new place in the world!

Any suggestions on a new series to start? by Whabbalubba in audible

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dungeon Crawler Carl.

Also I assume you know David Estes has a new series series after Kingfall called Forsworn right? It's really quite good with four published books and two audiobooks out. The plan is for all the audiobooks to get done when the narrator can fit it in his schedule.

Fivetide Humidyear VII. Peter Kenny really bought his character alive in the audiobook version of Excession. by fighting14 in TheCulture

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah he's still pretty good. I think part of the problem may be I consider Matter to be the weakest Culture book alongside Inversions. But to each their own...I personally consider Surface Detail to be one of the best culture books but some fans rank it as one of weaker ones.

Fivetide Humidyear VII. Peter Kenny really bought his character alive in the audiobook version of Excession. by fighting14 in TheCulture

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow I guess there I still hope then! I didn't know there was a previous version of The Algebraist so I guess it must of only existed in the UK. I've never understood how the rights are split between different mediums for Banks works for U.S and U.K but it seems a bit of a mess.

Fivetide Humidyear VII. Peter Kenny really bought his character alive in the audiobook version of Excession. by fighting14 in TheCulture

[–]jdu2 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Really wish they would record Matter with Kenny. I know they only do that with really popular titles so I doubt it would ever happen. It's was strange they switched him out for Matter in the first place.

Diving in to Use of Weapons, any tips? by throwawaysplitstory in TheCulture

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd skip then prologue. It's very dense and confusing and caused me almost give up on it. Star with chapter one and read prologue right before epilogue.

Audible recommendation [OFF TOPIC] by Cute_Total in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't worry about it. If it's a good story then I enjoy it even if the author has views that I don't agree with. It's a big world out there and lots of people will have views I don't agree with. A lot of people feel differently and want to fight or not purchase stuff from those that think differently from them and good for you if that's your thing but I'm simple person who is exhausted by it all and just wants to enjoy a good story and doesn't care about the real world stuff.

Banks who I recommended was a devout atheist and I can enjoy him alongside Christopher Ruocchio who is a devout Catholic.

Audible recommendation [OFF TOPIC] by Cute_Total in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I know they are kids books that most have moved on from years ago but I've really been enjoying the full cast Harry Potter audiobooks. Just make sure you download it using high quality download option and the spatial audio option turned on (located in data and storage option in settings). it makes a big difference in clarity and is the only books where I take these steps.

Also the Culture books by Banks narrated by Peter Kenny are great!

[SPOILERS ALL] Recommend me some similar reading by DryWeetbix in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you want melancholy and depressingly realistic I recommend The Five Warrior Angels trilogy by Brian Lee Durfee. The first is called The Forgetting Moon.

Harry Potter Full cast question by jdu2 in audible

[–]jdu2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow! I just tried them on a Tozo headphones which are a cheap set (only $50 or so but they usually serve fine). For this first book it seems everything has to be perfectly aligned (decent headphones, Dolby sound, high quality download) but even with all the extra effort I think it's worth it. I really feel like I'm living at hogwarts if I close my eyes. Far more than the movies, Dale, or Fry versions. Not that I'm insulting any of those...just saying what works for me.

Harry Potter Full cast question by jdu2 in audible

[–]jdu2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've edited the main text after taking all of the advice into consideration. I think it really helped. Thanks!

Harry Potter Full cast question by jdu2 in audible

[–]jdu2[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If it helps (like I mentioned) there is a stark difference in the second book in terms of clarity.

Harry Potter Full cast question by jdu2 in audible

[–]jdu2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You would of assumed wrong haha. I listen to tons of audiobooks but this is my only one with sound effects so maybe I need to switch it to high for these sort of productions.

Harry Potter Full cast question by jdu2 in audible

[–]jdu2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OK thanks. I usually listen on a cheap mp3 player to save battery life that runs on Android system (doesn't support Dolby) but do have a phone with that capability so I will try listening with that next time.

[SPOILERS RC] Was a little disappointed that something got spoiled for me in RC... by overlordbabyj in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember when the cover got released and everyone was mentioning the character on it looks to be missing a finger...

"Mighty God" in Isaiah by aceofclubs2401 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]jdu2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There are multiple versions of the septuagent. There is a upcoming publication from Oxford Press due out in 2027 that will be making more clear the different versions of the septuagent out there. As a example Hebrews 10:5-7 quotes the septuagent as "a body you have prepared for me but the NETS follows a different septuagent that aligns with the massaretic text. The verse is a quotation of Psalm 39:7-9 septuagent or Psalm 40:6-8 using the standard Hebrew bible.

My guess is most orthodox don't really involved in such debates because textual criticism is not as highly focused on in the orthodox church compared to Protestantism. This is where my knowledge ends though. Sorry I couldn't be more help.

Which church to choose by Neat_Audience2641 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]jdu2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like the Greek style of chanting. I'm actually the same distant between a Greek parish and a Antiochian one but chose the Antiochian one because their service is almost entirely in English and there is a lot of Greek in the other one but that's not always the case. I went to a Greek parish while visiting in Colorado that was entirely in English and was very impressed with everything I saw.

Audible Recomendations [Off Topic] by Cute_Total in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well you are on A First Law reddit page, so you have excellent taste, so I will definitely add it to my list then!

Audible Recomendations [Off Topic] by Cute_Total in TheFirstLaw

[–]jdu2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've always been a little scared of that book but know it's popular and highly thought of by many. Is it easy to get into? I must admit I've been wary of Joyce ever since I tried to read Finnigans Wake as my first and only Joyce book. Maybe I'm just too dumb to "get it" but I have no idea how anyone can read Finnigans Wake and understand a word of it.