I Read Books By 5 Star Authors | Reading Vlog

[@MichaylaJohnston]

I was hoping project hail mary would be one of them 😂 It was awesome running into you at Barnes & Noble!

[@iangubeli]

Hey!! Project HM is coming up in a special video!

[@Whyamiwatching.01]

I love that book! And The Martian. Just started Artemis.

[@Cyndababe86]

Prenominal audio book! Ray Porter is by far my favorite narrator

[@kadenarnett528]

The next Blake Crouch books you should read are the wayward pines trilogy. They're quick and addicting. The most mysterious of his books. The biggest twists.

[@sleuthytv1228]

I agree !

[@heatherkeegan3594]

Totally Agree!

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

yes I 100% agree! I read the whole trilogy in 6 days. Addicted is right.. I woke up thinking about those books and couldn't wait to read them.

[@cincoestrelas9635]

Ian has become my new favorite youtuber! I love your ideas and how you edit your videos too, always happy when there are new videos!

[@FunFantasyBooks]

Recursion has been one of my favorite reads of this year (I will die on the hill that it is better than Dark Matter! I just loved the dream concepts so much!)

[@TerryJ950]

I’m rereading Prince of Tides as we speak. I read it in my 40’s and I’m in my 70’s now, so it’s been awhile. I knew I loved it, but forgot what an amazing storyteller he was. Just put South of Broad on order from my library. A five-star author for me is Amor Towles. I read Rules of Civility, A Gentleman in Moscow, and Table for Two in the last six months. Lincoln Highway is next. John Steinbeck is another of my five-star authors having read Grapes of Wrath, East of Eden, Cannery Row and Of Mice and Men. Love your videos!

[@matthewmckinnon9298]

Go for the Wayward Pines trilogy - super fun. Didn’t care for Upgrade that much

[@carlienglish3941]

I really loved the Wayward Pines trilogy. It was just such an immersive experience.

[@melissajanemoore8869]

I read all three books over a week. I was so absorbed in the story. Loved the tv series but once I read the books, I couldn't watch it again.

[@Taylorfayereads]

I read that over a weekend as well. Never saw the Tv show so I was SHOCKED. After binging the books I tried to watch the show and couldn't get into it. I have upgrade by him & abandon on my tbr shelf

[@renatereist]

Me too, I got sucked in big time!

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

my favorite out of all of his books!

[@kaileerenae9719]

This is a very unique idea! I love it! Never thought about authors as being “five star authors” but there’s definitely some that I’ve read that I believe would fit in that category!

[@Sybilla9]

The first I ever read of Blake Crouch was his Wayward Pines trilogy books and I really enjoyed them.

[@kf3393]

OK... you have me hooked on reading "Recursion" now!!! I bought "Dark Matter" several years ago but have not read it. I bought "Recursion" a few months back, along with his "Pines" series and decided to read "Pines" first, which blew me away. I heard a lot of very good things about "Recursion", and you just hyper-pushed me into reading it ASAP!

[@Miller.Hughes]

Of the 156 books I have read this year, Recursion has been my favourite! It was a wild ride and I could not agree more with Ian about it being a 5⭐️ read. I hope you also love it!! 🤞🏼

[@MoniquetheBookGeek]

Listen here. I've got just the security system you need. "State of the art. Goes off if somebody farts in the rosebushes." 😂 (@18:27 - Pat Conroy's South of Broad, page 436). I happened to pause this video on that and it made me laugh. I'm currently revisiting Stephen King (loved him in my youth). Read The Shining last month and enjoyed it, so Doctor Sleep, Fairy Tale, and The Stand are on my October TBR. The other author you mentioned that I'm most looking forward to checking out is Blake Crouch.

[@CarleeneReeder]

Wow! You sold me!! I have really enjoyed Blake Crouch. I have never read from the other two. However, Pat Conroy is high on my radar right now. Beautiful writing!!

[@helloamycus]

Recursion is maybe one of my top 5 books! I loved it! And the audiobook is great :)

[@JuliaM987]

This was such a good video idea! I have had so many authors I've read only one book and completely loved it. A few I've considered circling back to, too...

[@tessib.1043]

Well you know my one 5 star author. Anne Rice, The Mayfield series, the first being The Witching Hour and the last Diana Gabaldon, The Outlander series. I would recommend Beach Music by Pat Conroy. It’s so beautiful.

[@TheLongestTake]

Blake Crouch is like a pulpy Crichton. I have read like 4 of his novels and have a lot of fun with them

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

Blake Crouch would be honored at the comparison. I saw another booktuber do an interview with him.. think it was Mike's Book Reviews.

[@abelsiji2481]

That second half of Recursion was so good i just couldn't put it down

[@charleypatterson9956]

As far as Blake Crouch goes...you should definitely read Upgrade!! That was my first Crouch and I loved it!!

[@Pokucollector]

Upgrade isn't on the same level of Recursion or DarkMatter, but still enjoyable.

[@nikita2900]

My first book by Blake Crouch was, “ Run” good read.

[@sarahwelsh3]

Thank you for the recommendations! I always find books from you that I’ve never heard of and it makes me happy to support authors that aren’t too popular.

[@laurengarcia8794]

Wow - I just found your channel and I’m loving this video! I lovedddd Dark Matter and can’t wait to read Recursion!

[@AvidMari23]

Blake Crouch’s The Pines is a good series. I’m on the last book and the first two were so good.

[@kwoot07]

Yep. You totally sold me on Recursion. I’ll for sure be buying that soon.

[@caitlinjolly3332]

You & Ash are my top fav book-tuber’s. I just got my first Joe Abercrombie, the blade itself! I really liked the idea of this video. I also loved dark matter and I can’t wait to read recursion. Project Hail Mary was a 6 star for me and im also excited to read the Martian

[@LibrariesandLattes]

I just picked up Recursion for $2 at an antique store and now I’m even more excited to read it!! So fun that you found some 5-star authors!

[@kamidsjournee]

I love this video concept! I just bought Blake Crouch’s Dark Matter and Recursion, and now I’m super excited to read them. I wonder if you would have read Streets of Laredo first, if it would have made a difference. After Blake Crouch’s book, Streets may have seemed much slower. Also excited to read Streets as Lonesome Dove is a fav. And finally, Prince of Tides, I also just bought it and I’m more excited to read it. I’ve not acquired any others by Conroy, but it looks like it would be beneficial. Thanks for your reviews!

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

I love Blake Crouch.. auto buy author. I've read Dark Matter, Upgrade, Recursion.. loved them all .. and his Wayward Pines trilogy.. which was probably my favorite.. that one is wild.. and the ending!! 😶 I also have Snowbound, which I plan to read this Winter. I need to get all his books!

[@Ghostymonkey]

Dude, you have unmatched vibes! I absolutely love your videos, they’re always so funny and informative. I’m heading to the bookstore to buy all these books rn Read Heartstopper please btw😭

[@glittergirl12341]

Chevy Stevens and Riley Sager are my favourite. I give Chevy 5 stars every time I've read nearly all her books and Rikey has always gotten very high ratings not always a 5 but enough 5s for him to be a favourite

[@MomIsCrying]

I saw Project Hail Mary I have to leave a comment showing my love. Its my favorite of all time it was the first book that I couldn't put down. I can go on and on about it. i love it!

[@Whyamiwatching.01]

I love this book, too!

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

it has one of my all time favorite characters in it.. won't spoil others and say which one but if you've read it I'm pretty sure you know who I'm referencing.. the audiobook really brought them to life too.

[@satchel1300]

So glad you liked Recursion, a lot of people thought it was too similar to Dark Matter somehow? Well anyway, I thought it was amazing, and coming from someone who is usually annoyed by any romance, that speaks volumes. Other than Crouch some 5 star authors for me, (I know you'll totally agree with this one) Brandon Sanderson, I love his magic systems and worldbuilding, Frank Peretti, his Darkness series are some of my favorite books of all time, and probably a controversial one, John Grisham, there's a reason so many of his novels have been made into movies.

[@donnajago]

I think you should try Justin Cronin The Passage series, I think it would right up your street. All 3 books were 5 stars from me.

[@rachelwilson203]

If you haven't read it, definitely read Beach Music by Pat Conroy. I LOVE everything written by him, but that's my favorite.

[@thegreatwaugh]

I’m always pumped when you drop a new video and this one did not disappoint!

[@lindyrayson8885]

Beach Music by Pat Conroy!

[@LittlePrairieLibrary]

Recursion actually made me cry at the end 😭I read Dark Matter and then Recursion, same as you. Upgrade was not 5 stars for me, but still really good.

[@Urnaim7430]

I love the idea of this video. You could even do the opposite 1 stars. I'm not a fan of the challenge videos you do, but this was great! I've been wanting to read Dark Matter, so after this I know I'm adding another one.

[@kingzzz6509]

When you talk about Larry McMurtry, you make me want to read Lonesome Dove.

[@jsi]

Pines by Blake Couch!

[@BrennanQuirk-wo2mp]

I love Larry McMurtry writing. My grandfather used to love western and my mom read and watched the series and now I’m reading and watching the series

[@ReadWithMeMetalEdition]

Blake Crouch has just hyperjumped at the top of my TBR list and now I'm excited! Really appreciate the list :]

[@L4tteholic]

Dark Matter is a definite 5-star read for me! I love how Blake Crouch presents complex quantum mechanics in a way that's accessible to everyone. As a particle physicist, I appreciate his ability to simplify complicated concepts as I often try to do the same when doing science outreach. My second book by him, Upgrade, was only a 3-star read though. It felt a bit bogged down by too many biological concepts being info-dumped. However after this video, I’m excited to try Recursion next! Hopefully, it’ll be another 5-star hit!

[@erinanstey5947]

I think about this question all the time!! 5 star author verse book

[@paytonupnorth]

Barbara Kingsolver (read Demon Copperhead pleeeeaaaaasseeee) is definitely a top author. She writes characters that feel so real and gritty and heartbreakingly honest. Some of my other top authors right now are T. Kingfisher and Erin A. Craig. I love your videos and can't wait to read some Blake Crouch books now!

[@DrL_Reads]

Crouch has a Wayward Pines series that starts with the book Pines. I’m about to start it. You might consider it for your next Crouch book.

[@Pokucollector]

I just finished Wayward

[@DrL_Reads]

@@Pokucollector Did you like it?

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

omg that trilogy is so good! I've read three other books by him and loved them all but Wayward Pines trio is my favorite.

[@chokog2446]

I love your videos and enthusiasm for the books!!!😊

[@andrewpiccin1256]

I thought Dark Matter was good, but felt the last 10-15% was kinda weak. The ending didn’t feel like it wrapped the book up well. Great concept though. Recursion, however, blew my mind and was awesome all the way through. Super cool concept and execution.

[@Whyamiwatching.01]

Good to know. I agree with your Dark Matter summary, so now Recursion will go on my list.

[@xgremlynnx]

I think you should check out Wayward Pines by Crouch!

[@monty1434]

Just started Recursion … woah 😳 Thanks for the recommendation 🤓

[@jamiestark80]

I hope you end up reading Upgrade by Blake Crouch. I really liked that one too. I need to read Recursion to see if Upgrade was as good.

[@soumow]

Same, Blake Crouch is a five star author for me, A.G Riddle is a five star author as well, i love his books, they are also sci-fi mixed with thriller, more sci-fi than thriller though, my favorite is his series the long winter, i love his standalone books too; i'm going through his books one by one, love them. Then i have other five star authors in the romance genre :)

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

I just read my first AG Riddle book this year! Lost in Time. Need to read some more!

[@soumow]

@@the_eerie_faerie_tales the long winter series is my favorite so far

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

@@soumow oou I'll check that out thanks!

[@elisabethprice4697]

Such a fun video! I am so sad I owned Recursion years ago and then got rid of it and now I’m very interested in Blake Crouch!

[@heatherkeegan3594]

I think you should read John Marrs!

[@NicoleWSimone]

Recursion is on my TBR for EOY

[@Stormbrise]

You are so on point, that each of us will approach a book subjectively. I am so old I remember Lonesome Dove as a miniseries, and the film The Prince of Tides. Neither did I watch completely through. Lots of westerns tend to hit me the wrong way, being a tribal member of a recognized tribe. There is only one John Ford movie I will watch and that is The Searchers, because the jerk, still employing Italian actors to be native, finally showed some empathy toward Natives. The Prince of Tides, well I was older, in college and too busy studying to pay much attention to films beside what was the next big Star Trek movie in the 90s. I may try these two books, but you may expect me to toss Lonesome Dove, if it shows a problem with double empathy.

[@kolenickerson9547]

love to read any good books

[@caylaelon]

5:39 that is literally how i felt when i finished the book. Just 🤯🤯

[@kenedywade]

Upgrade by Blake Crouch is also really good!

[@LaceyGoodBooks]

My favorite book of all times is Nicholas Burks he’s going to work is so unique easy to read. His writing is just wonderful. I think you might really like Nicholas Sparks because my second favorite Arthur is Kristen Hanna. She does great when you work. I love her books and I think you might like her because she has some grade books.

[@micahbumps4375]

I read Lonesome Doves based on your recommendation and love love loved it. I read Streets of Laredo and believe you are being a little bit too critical. I agree it wasn't quite as good as LD, but it was pretty close.

[@sjthorn]

I have had Recursion on my TBR for a long time. I know the basics of it, but unlike Dark Matter, I haven't been spoiled, so I'm hoping to enjoy it a lot more than I did Dark Matter. When I first saw the title, I thought for sure there would be a Stephen King novel lol, I was waiting to see which Stephen King book would be moving up on my TBR.

[@DallasfanTen]

Seems to be an unpopular opinion but I enjoyed Recursion more than Dark Matter. And you made an excellent point, I liked the science better.

[@zeldasbiggestfan]

So glad to see you! My goal is one day you will upload all of my comments in a video when you finally read... House of Leaves!! Glad you confirmed some 5 star authors today!!

[@StevenJago-j2y]

Wayward pines

[@Pokucollector]

Recursion is my favorite of his so far.

[@carolreilly1697]

Love Blake Crouch not long since read the Wayward Pine trilogy and loved them! Looking forward to reading Dark Matter and also bought Upgrade. Will put Recursion on list. I’ve also read recently 5 books by C J Tudor she was inspired by Stephen King you might enjoy her books. 😃

[@nikita2900]

“Run” was a good read by Blake Crouch…

[@InSophiesBooks]

A fun video idea 💡 👏 I really want to get Blake Crouch a try at some point, just haven't had the chance to get to their books yet 😅

[@serenshadow89]

I know others don't feel the same, but Laurie Forest is a 5 star author to me - and an auto buy each time a new book from her series comes out. I HIGHLY recommend checking out Laurie Forest's Black Witch Chronicles. It's high fantasy (and if you like Sarah J Maas but don't really care for the spice - this is a "cleaner" story.) It centers on a world of different fantasy races who have all sorta taken turns toppling and enslaving one another through their long history. The MC is Elloren, a girl belonging to a race called the Gardnerians (Mages) who have been vying for dominion over the world for quite a long time - only, Elloren doesn't fully realize this. Elloren has lived a sheltered, peaceful farm life with her brothers and uncle but when she goes to University and meets people of other races and learns more about the world - she's forced to question not just her peoples history, but the history of her very illustrious family. Especially, her deceased grandmother, The Black Witch who she's always believed to be a savior when in reality, was a mass murderer. She has to question and then relearn everything she thought she knew. And she has to do it while fighting off accusations that she is the next Black Witch - the strongest mage in existence. Who some prophesies say will save the world - others that she will destroy it. It's all about diversity and forgiveness over revenge. Its about found family and finding ones true self. It's about having the courage to fight for the defenseless. And its amazing! I've reread the entire series multiple times! Something about this story, the characters, and the world building that just keeps pulling me back in! It's not complete, though so prepare for that! It's amazing and I hope you check it out.

[@alternativerohde]

Dark Matter was my first Crouch read and I loved it. I then read Recursion and liked it. Yet I think Upgrade, the third Crouch I read, is my favorite. It just hits differently than the other two. Yet, for this same reason (I think), a large portion of readers say this is their least favorite. So, YMMV.

[@Zachtbarth]

This is a great concept for a video!

[@SimplyS3r3na]

Nice experiment, I'm tempted to do the same since I found a few new authors this year and I need to read their blacklist. As a recommendation try Meg Shaffer and Alix E. Harrow... There is something about these two's books that I just couldn't get enough of. ✌🏽+❤

[@flemingstephen16]

Just picked up It from the Library for my October read. First Stephen King read ever. I need to check out Pat Conroy, ASAP, apparently!

[@whitneyhendrix8075]

My grandfather went to school with Pat Conroy so I have a signed copy of Beach Music which I read. The prose was beautiful especially cause I’ve been to some of those places he wrote about. There wasn’t much of a connected plot though so at points it kinda dragged. I have a copy of Price of Tides which I haven’t read yet but you’re selling me on South of Broad

[@iangubeli]

The Prince of Tides is a masterpiece! And WHAT!?! A signed ANYTHING from Pat would be incredible. I am very happy for you!!

[@colewatts3329]

You should do a video of you reacting to 1 star reviews of your 5 star books

[@grafffuller3265]

I have two Pat Conroy books for you, but in saying that...I actually haven't read them (yikes!), but I have watched the adaptations of them...and was blown away by BOTH of them. BTW, I will rectify this situation in short order, but wanted to tell you what your next two books from this author should be (obviously, my opinion). The good thing about reading these two books (other than the great stories), is that you get to see someone's adaptation of THESE books done masterfully. Okay. The first one...is The Great Santini (1976). I have this book, but have been leary to start it...since I love the movie SO much. If you pick it up and read it, so will I. Then when I hear your thoughts on it, I will have something to add, too. THEN, I'd hope that you would then watch the 1979 movie starring Robert Duval as the titular character, which he won an Academy Award as Best Actor that year. The supporting cast is amazing, too. Michael O'Keefe (Caddyshack fame) is the son, Blythe Danner is his wife, and many other great performances. Just an amazing story. So...that's one. The other is The Lords of Discipline (1980) novel. Again, I have yet to read the book, but will (I promise), but absolutely love the movie adaptation. The film came out in 1983, and the reason that my Da and I wanted to see it, was becasue Olympic boxer, Mark Breland was going to be in it (yes, not a GREAT reason to go see a film), but...what a film we DID see that night at the cinema! The movie stars David Keith (was in The Great Santini, but his most recognizable role was playing opposite Richard Gere in An Officer and a Gentleman), Judge Reinhold (Beverly Hills Cop series), Bill Paxton (Aliens, and a ton of other films), and among others, but last, but not least, Michael Biehn (Aliens, Terminator 2 and so many other films). This is a powerful story, and one that I think you'll love. Okay...sorry to give you homework that I have yet to do myself, but since you love Pat Conroy, already...thought you'd enjoy these two stories...too. Talk to you, later.

[@user-he4lj5wl7w]

Just found your channel. Subscribed ❤

[@cpg2198]

Hi Charlestonian here, well worth the visit!

[@AngelaSierra-cu5qd]

Hola!, soy el comentario en español, saludos desde Colombia, me encantan tus videos, tengo recursión de Blake Crouch entre mis pendientes, y ver qué te gustó y tanto, me emociona muchísimo, en definitiva tengo que leerlo pronto

[@beautifulmama862]

Love this ❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@faithsreadingthings]

Recursion has been on every months TBR for like 3 months.. I HAVE to read it this month and this was yet another sign😂

[@iangubeli]

Excited to see what you think, especially because you loved Dark Matter!

[@krystalmcknight1834]

I read Dark Matter because many people had recommended it. And yes, it has a really great story - the story I'd give 5 stars. But for me, I adore great writing. I never know you rate it when the story is a 5, but the writing is no more than a 3...

[@laurienewman7180]

Every book Bryce Courtenay wrote is a five star ⭐️ read!

[@heathergoldsmith]

Interesting, I also loved Prince of Tides, but South of Broad just didn't hit for me. Robin Hobb, Joe Abercrombie and Juliet Marillier are authors I can be certain to pick up and enjoy any of their books.💜

[@booklover6963]

Lonesome Dove is the best book in the series the others are good but not as good as LD. He has a book called Duane's Depressed and I really like it.

[@softlyhollyASMR]

I needed a good book rec as I've been in a slump! Lonesome Dove sounds great. Would you recommend reading the other books in the series first?

[@iangubeli]

No, start with Lonesome Dove!

[@sailor.neptxne]

my fave authors are rick riordan and suzanne collins :)

[@Rainydayscozyreads]

This was a cool idea for a video :)

[@Cyndababe86]

Recursion for me, is better than Dark Matter

[@DianaWodnoff]

Added to my cart…

[@sashley9119]

Please read Pat Conroy's The Lords of Discipline. It is my favorite book of his. And IMO The Streets of Laredo was the weakest of the Lonesome Dove series. The two prequel books are better.

[@DanYellow-oq7yh]

I dare you to read Otto Penzler's BIG BOOK OF GHOST STORIES!

[@devildriverrule111]

Your love of Pat Conroy and of Stephen King make me think you might like 'A Prayer for Owen Meany' by John Irving.

[@iangubeli]

John Irving is an author I have wanted to try for some time. Is “A Prayer for Owen Meany” where I should start?

[@devildriverrule111]

@@iangubeli I'd say there are 3 good options Owen Meany - long, but coming of age story, my mind always goes to Boy's Life and IT but without the horror, they have a similar feel. Owen Meany is a character I just feel everyone needs to meet he is always written in FULL CAPS when he speaks, hes a loveable kid who loves god and baseball and girls. The World According to Garp - similar themes to Owen Meany but without Owen, very good though. This one probably has the harshest themes, particularly Garps birth, theres definite trigger warnings. The Cider House Rules - also similar themes (they're all about boys growing up) although this ones about an orphan, he has a good mentor relationship with the man who runs the orphanage and one of the characters goes off to fight in WW2.

[@MrRorosuri]

💜💜💜🤗

[@kingzzz6509]

I think most of the western novels are written somewhere between 1850-1900. If I’m wrong, someone kindly correct me.

[@nickl3377]

Hi

[@iangubeli]

Hi!

[@ambermartin5663]

Could you suggest some books that you think would be easy for a person to hear on audio or even just read?That has severe learning disability and short-term memory I.TV show on Lonesome Dove was good .Do you think it would be an easy rude for me?I like watching your KZbin channel and your wives.You both are a very sweet cute couple.God bless both

[@iangubeli]

Lonesome Dove was good in audiobook. I think any dubious of a Stephen King book is amazing!

[@bookaholicgameaholicvlogah4191]

Instead of annotating I put tabs where my favorite quotes are

[@Ella-n3q]

Love ur vids❤ 👇

[@omar._.2178]

Can you read lonesome dove on its own as a stand alone

[@iangubeli]

Yes! I think most people do.

[@omar._.2178]

@@iangubelithank you sooooo much you don’t know how genuinely helpful this was ❤

[@alivialodi]

Whew I got scared when I saw the short form content that we wouldn’t be getting a long video 😅

[@iangubeli]

Schedule for the long videos got pushed back😅

[@alivialodi]

@@iangubeli As long as they’re not over 🥲😅

[@iangubeli]

@@alivialodi I have SO much planned!