All Of My Current Series!

Im sure I missed a few of the series I am reading but I thought it was time to check in and see what series I will continue, maybe continue and DNF.
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0:00 Intro
0:30 Continue
5:37 Maybes
12:35 DNFs
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[@yuri40]

Hey Tom. I've really enjoyed your content recently. I agree with you about Hitchhikers, I also read it and did not think it was funny. Marvin the robot with depression was the only thing in the whole book I thought was kinda funny. Otherwise, I just don't get what's good about it. Also I read Dune Messiah recently and loved it, so I hope you continue that series.

[@TomOrange]

there are dozens of us! I really should read more Dune. The movie kind of relight that fire in me

[@ikariiprince]

I think there’s enough of a timeskip between dune and dune messiah that you’re okay to jump into messiah after getting a short recap (especially if you’ve seen the recent films) The book sets up everything you need to know going in If you feel like you need that reread experience though consider the Simon Vance/full cast audiobook it’s really exceptional

[@TomOrange]

Thanks for that info! Maybe I will just jump into it then

[@treymclemore3418]

seconding the full cast audiobook! Tore through both Dune and Dune Messiah on my morning walks thanks to the audiobooks. Even though messiah was mostly conversations rather than actions it was enjoyable

[@BooksWithBenghisKahn]

Fires of Vengeance was a big step up for me with that series! The audio is dynamite, so if you eventually want to reread bk 1 before continuing if the next books start coming out then that could be an awesome way to experience it. I also DNFed the Witcher series after bk 1. Cool vid!

[@TomOrange]

I do love a good audio book!

[@TalonBray]

You made the right choice with Hyperion imo, the Endymion books arent great and are their own thing..the original two books are great though

[@TomOrange]

It seems to be very polarizing to say the least.

[@BookishChas]

Awesome video Tom! So many good ones here. I’m definitely with you on Dan Brown and also the Bobiverse. I also love Empire of the Vampire.

[@TomOrange]

I feel like people hate on Dan Brown put those books are just so fun to read.

[@BookishChas]

@@TomOrange I feel the same way

[@samreads.]

I think the Bound and the Broken series is worth keeping on your TBR. Each novel takes a step up imo. I also DNF’d The Witcher, but loved the video games.

[@TomOrange]

I think I will read Bound and the Broken at some point just has not made its way to the top of the tbr just yet.

[@Zombiezay]

What a solid video, I just stumbled across you and loved the breakdowns you gave ! I have to ask........ do you happen to have any videos about A Song of Ice and Fire??? Also wholeheartedly recommend Dune messiah, a recap of Dune is much needed but I dont think you would have to do a proper reread (imo) Cheers

[@TomOrange]

The only video I have about Westeros is the Night of The Seven Kingdoms. I read all the other books long before I started a channel

[@CaseyUnderCovers]

Finally someone else said it! The Witcher series, not worth continuing! I just finished Lady of the Lake and omg is the ending terrible. I highly encourage you to stop where you are and just make up your own ending, it will be better. Trust me. That being said I am still going to read Season of Storms in hopes that it returns to what made The Last Wish and Sword of Destiny so good. I'll report back lol. I'm also on the fence with Dune. I'm about to finish the first book, but for some reason I think the story works better as a movie. Blasphemy I know. I've got about 150 pages left of the first book, we'll see how I feel at the end.

[@TomOrange]

Do let me know about Season of Storms!

[@bartsbookspace]

I'm sooo on board with you regarding Hitchhikers! 🙌 I found nothing funny about the book as well. Binti similarly was a letdown. I will likely read everything by McCarthy. I hear you about Murderbot, I'm enjoying the books but starting to think that there is a lack of growth. It's just more of the same. But, for now, at least I'm continuing. On the other hand, I will definietly be reading book 3&4 in the Hyperion cantos. I loved The Fall of Hyperion.

[@TomOrange]

I remember you being a huge fan of Hyperion! Maybe you will be able to sell me on the next two whenever you get around to them

[@bartsbookspace]

@@TomOrangeI’ll do my best! 😉

[@drizzt8965]

@@TomOrange Hyperion is a 2,270 page adventure and one that is well worth going on! Read Dan's stand alones too...

[@Atrulion]

One thing you can do instead of re-read Dune is to watch the new Dune Part I and Part II (Part II in theaters or when it comes out on HBO, which shouldn't be too far away). They are GREAT adaptations of the book, and they are fantastic movies. Great accurate cast, spectacular cinematography etc. They do have a few changes, but it should be enough either way. When it comes to the books, the next two books (Dune Messiah and Children of Dune) are part of the first Trilogy in dune. So Children of dune is a fine stopping point. However, God Emperor of Dune is a standalone, and I've heard very mixed opinions on it. Some say it's better than the original Dune, some say it's horrible ... They say you need to wrap your mind around some unconventional ideas. I still haven't read that one myself, but I will read it one day. I have however read Dune Messiah and Children of Dune, and they were not disappointing to me. I think they were a more challenging read than Dune, because they are more political, and the action isn't as powerful as in Dune. But they both are great to finish. As a whole, they're spectacular books in my honest opinion.

[@TomOrange]

I did get to see Dune 2 in theaters and it was such a great experience. I guess I just feel like I will be playing catch up and dont really want to while im reading the next books.

[@esmayrosalyne]

New here, but glad I found your channel becuase I love the vibe! Totally with you on Murderbot and Rage of Dragons, unfortunately. Though I do think you'll be sorely missing out if you quit Bound of the Broken, it gets soooo good and those chunker read incredibly fast. Battling Stormlight for me on my faves list! Also interesting to hear about The Witcher and it maybe having to do with translation, because everyone I know who has read the Dutch translation has loved the story, but most people who read it in English seem to struggle a lot. I think you might be onto something! Whichever series you end up continuing, I hope all your reads bring you lots of joy! Cheers ;)

[@TomOrange]

I have gotten a lot of feedback that I should 100% keep going with Bound and the Broken so I probably will at some point! I believe I saw the Witcher translation from the author himself actually!

[@esmayrosalyne]

@@TomOrange Glad that so many people echoed my thoughts about Bound and the Broken, I can guarantee you won't be disappointed!!

[@CNavo.TheNextChapter]

I backed the Kickstarter for Neon Ghost by DG, which will be my first read, not sure what his plans are for Lawful Times. As to the Hyperion Cantos, I've only read the first book (several times now) not sure why I haven't continued but will give it a chance at some point. - Cheers Tom

[@TomOrange]

I also backed that Kickstarter. That edition just looked so good!

[@AnaVii9]

I read DUNE in 2018 and decided to re-read before keep going, and even tought it was an awesome experience, very different from the first time, I feel like it wasn't totally necessaire. There is lot of DUNE content out there, that can help you remember it

[@TomOrange]

I think if I do re read it I need to have more of a gap from when I watched the movies first.

[@christhewritingjester3164]

Murder Bot has definitely been just a fun read. I don't think there's a ton going on, but I'm enjoying it for what it is. Daniel Greene has made comments about his Lawful Times series and I think he's revising it. Neon Ghost was much better.

[@TomOrange]

good to hear about Neon Ghost im waiting for my kickstarter edition to come it to read it!

[@christhewritingjester3164]

@@TomOrange Oh man, that is a beautiful edition!

[@MeghanReads]

I read dune when I was 12 and my older brother has a mass market paperback (I’m nowhere near 13 now,lol), and since then I’ve read every single book. I think you have to be in the right mindset and disconnected from the film to enjoy the book. I’ve only read the first murderbot novella and I related to murderbot (I’m on the spectrum) but I never continued the series. I wish I liked jay kristoffs writing more, I haven’t even given his vampire series a chance :/ I think we have really different tastes but I like your perspectives:) subbing now:)

[@TomOrange]

I think I would need to take some time between watching the moives and reading more of Dune. The few 4ish Murderbot books are great I just really had issues with the most recent release. I have only read Kristoffs vampire books so its hard for me to comment on his other series. However, I know people who absolutely had Nevernight and love Empire of the Vampire.

[@Dohrann]

Hyperion is my favorite series of all time, and I agree with the DNF after book 2. Books 1 and 2 are a complete set and I don't see the need for the others :)

[@TomOrange]

Did you read the next two or just stop? Since you mentioned its your favorite

[@Dohrann]

@@TomOrange I did read the next 2, they were fine, but nothing hit like 1 and 2

[@Chance.Dillon]

Love your tastes dude… and you have a ton of active series lol. I’m also debating going beyond children of dune. I think messiah is worth the read but I’m debating god emperor right now. Any shot you do alpha/beta reading or are looking for a critique partner? If you’re in to epic/dark fantasy

[@TomOrange]

I feel like the Dune sequels are the most likely ones I will continue. I do not do any alpha or beta reading

[@Johanna_reads]

I had such similar feelings about Deadhouse Gates, All the Pretty Horses, and Hitchiker’s Guide! I enjoyed Rage of Dragons when it came out but didn’t enjoy the sequel as much (unpopular opinion). I’ve always wanted to read The Godfather, and I’ll now skip the sequels if I do!

[@TomOrange]

The Godfather is great! My goal was to read it and then read the Green Bone saga because of the comparisons but I have yet to start it

[@thatsci-firogue]

Johanna, you disappoint me re Hitchhiker's Guide 😅

[@mtverv]

My recommendation is a Series you actually didn’t have on here lol. I always recommend The Dresden Files to anybody that I haven’t seen talk about it. It’s 17 books and most of them are really great have fun!!!

[@TomOrange]

That is a series on the list to get to at some point. Maybe once I finish watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer

[@mtverv]

@@TomOrange fun fact the Narrator for the Dresden Audiobooks is James Marsters, who plays Spike on Buffy and Angel…

[@TomOrange]

@@mtverv I know its super cool!

[@szakacsh1]

Is there any Red Rising in your future? I just finished the second book of the series and it’s amazing

[@TomOrange]

I would like to read it at some point but no plans for it soon

[@thatsci-firogue]

I also read The Fall first, which i think somewhat set up unfair expectations regarding pacing but i DNFed the series 100 pages into the 2nd novel. Found the writing rather dull and couldn't have cared less about the characters. I'm hesitant to continue Stormlight Archive, I've found outside of Stormlight the Cosmere is a huge miss with me and I've since soured on Sanderson's writing, and the parts i don't like about his writing, repetitive explanations of the magic system, humour etc. i have I've heard he's only tripled down on.

[@TomOrange]

With Sanderson I would say some of his works he has tripled down on especially Mistborn Era 2. I do think Stromlight is worth continuing however though I do think you will not have the best time with book 4

[@Tim_with_Tomes_and_Tales]

If you are going to continue with Dune, you need to read Messiah and Children back to back. Books 4 5 & 6 are kind of iffy from what I hear. 2 & 3 could almost be considered one book, which is probably why the sci-fi channel combined them when making their miniseries adaptation. Happy reading.

[@TomOrange]

I have heard that you need to read 2 & 3 back to back. Happy reading!

[@trlspann]

Reading “The Fall” first is an error in my opinion. It’s best read after the first novel when you have at least some background on the factions/main players.

[@TomOrange]

I have had many people tell me to read it both ways so I went with the Fall since its free

[@chibipoe]

Which books for Wars of Light and Shadow do you have/are missing? :)

[@TomOrange]

I have the first 3! I read them on kindle so they are easy to pick up

[@chibipoe]

@@TomOrange And now you have the next one. :P

[@TomOrange]

@@chibipoe Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. You did not have to do that

[@chibipoe]

@@TomOrange Pssh! I love sending these to people. :) Bear in mind, Fugitive Prince starts a new arc of the overall series, so things will expand a great deal and open up story-wise as it and the books to follow: Grand Conspiracy, Peril's Gate, Traitor's Knot, and Stormed Fortress make up the middle arc of the series, with the 4th arc being two books, Initiate's Trial and Destiny's Conflict, and the finale being Song of the Mysteries, so it's 1-2-5-2-1, :D

[@TomOrange]

@@chibipoe Very cool! I knew Warhost of Vastmark was the end of an arch. Im looking forward to getting into it soon!

[@curtjarrell9710]

I, too, found nothing in the Douglas Adams books to be even remotely amusing.

[@TomOrange]

There is a hand full of us lol

[@wheelz1325]

Holy shit I read the Jurassic Park Book and instantly hated the movie they made it for kids when it's clearly not made for kids😂

[@TomOrange]

I agree that the book is not for kids. I think I just liked seeing it on the screen more.

[@wheelz1325]

@@TomOrange I know, I was just kidding😁. It's one of my favorite movies from when I was a kid. I remember going to see it when it first came out. I was just blown away by the book, and how different it was. I'd actually like to see a remake. But more like the book. Dr Hammond was a pure villain in that book!

[@TomOrange]

@@wheelz1325 I would actually also really like it. I do not need anymore sequels but remaking the movies with a really different tone would be awesome!