Some interesting stories of those who thought outside of the box (either legally.... or not so much) to build something new. It's a quick read.
User Profile
This link opens in a pop-up window
Shawn's books
Currently Reading
Read (View all 132)
User Activity
RSS feed Back
Shawn reviewed The misfit economy by Alexa Clay
"A book that argues that lessons in creativity, innovation, salesmanship, and entrepreneurship can come from …
Review of 'The misfit economy' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Some interesting stories of those who thought outside of the box (either legally.... or not so much) to build something new. It's a quick read.
"The real cycle you're working on is a cycle called 'yourself.'"One of the most important …
Review of 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
It was interesting, but didn't hold my attention. Possibly a book to try again at a later time.
It was interesting, but didn't hold my attention. Possibly a book to try again at a later time.
My harrowing undercover journey to the inner circle of the Hells Angels by Jay Dobyns
Here, from Jay Dobyns, the first federal agent to infiltrate the inner circle of the outlaw Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, …
Shawn rated The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck: 5 stars
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck by Mark Manson (The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck, #1)
In this generation-defining self-help guide, a superstar blogger cuts through the crap to show us how to stop trying to …
Shawn rated The Best Kind of People: 4 stars
The Best Kind of People by Zoe Whittall
A hometown hero schoolteacher is arrested for sexual impropriety at a prestigious prep school in this provocative, timely novel about …
Shawn rated Cross the line: 4 stars
Cross the line by James Patterson (Featuring Alex Cross)
When a prominent Washington D.C. police official is murdered, Alex Cross steps in to investigate but his efforts are impeded …
Shawn reviewed Ready Player One by Ernest Cline (Ready Player One, #1)
Ready Player One is a 2011 science fiction novel, and the debut novel of American …
Review of 'Ready Player One (Ready Player One, #1)' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
The ultimate geek-out.
After a few so-so books in a row, decided to take some friends recommendations as give "RP1" a try.
While taking place in the future, with technologies we can only imagine today, RP1 is a throwback to the 1980s, this book is chalk full of references to the best and worst of the decade of my childhood: music, movies, TV shows, authors, fashion, and of course, video games. At the same time, it's a warning to us about taking care of our planet, about the power of corporations, and living in the real world - not just online.
Protip: If this book isn't geeky enough for you as it is, the audiobook on Audible is narrated by Wil Wheaton.
The ultimate geek-out.
After a few so-so books in a row, decided to take some friends recommendations as give "RP1" a try.
While taking place in the future, with technologies we can only imagine today, RP1 is a throwback to the 1980s, this book is chalk full of references to the best and worst of the decade of my childhood: music, movies, TV shows, authors, fashion, and of course, video games. At the same time, it's a warning to us about taking care of our planet, about the power of corporations, and living in the real world - not just online.
Protip: If this book isn't geeky enough for you as it is, the audiobook on Audible is narrated by Wil Wheaton.
Shawn reviewed The Girl in the Spider's Web by David Lagercrantz
Review of "The Girl in the Spider's Web" on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Didn't enjoy this as much as the originals three, although possibly because I took forever to read it. I found it a really slow start, getting back into remembering all the characters again. Still, if you read the rest of the series, it's a good story.
Didn't enjoy this as much as the originals three, although possibly because I took forever to read it. I found it a really slow start, getting back into remembering all the characters again. Still, if you read the rest of the series, it's a good story.
Shawn reviewed Rogue Lawyer by John Grisham
Sebastian Rudd is not your typical street lawyer. He works out of a customized bulletproof …
Review of 'Rogue Lawyer' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
This one didn't resonate with me as much as other John Grisham novels. Still, the different cases being told were interesting, and there was some good deprecating humour that I enjoyed. I was just hoping for a book that I couldn't put down, and this one wasn't it.
This one didn't resonate with me as much as other John Grisham novels. Still, the different cases being told were interesting, and there was some good deprecating humour that I enjoyed. I was just hoping for a book that I couldn't put down, and this one wasn't it.
Shawn rated The Martian: 5 stars
The Martian by Andy Weir (The Martian, #1)
A mission to Mars.
A freak accident.
One man's struggle to survive.
Six days ago, astronaut Mark …
Shawn rated Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain: 5 stars
Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain by Oliver Sacks
Music can move us to the heights or depths of emotion. It can persuade us to buy something, or remind …
Shawn rated Robert Ludlum's the Geneva strategy: 4 stars
Robert Ludlum's the Geneva strategy by Jamie Freveletti (A Covert-One novel -- bk. 11)
"On one evening in Washington, DC, several high-ranking members of government disappear in a mass kidnapping. Among the kidnapped is …
Shawn reviewed All fall down by Ally Carter (Embassy Row -- book one)
There are many powerful people along Embassy Row who want Grace to block out all …
Review of 'All fall down' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
I like the premise of Embassy Row, but found this particular story wasn't as captivating as other thrillers (YA or otherwise) that I've read.
I like the premise of Embassy Row, but found this particular story wasn't as captivating as other thrillers (YA or otherwise) that I've read.
Shawn reviewed Elon Musk by Ashlee Vance
Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future is Ashlee Vance's biography …
Review of 'Elon Musk' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
Great read! Provides a great history behind SpaceX, Tesla, and SolarCity, as well as Elon's history with Zip2 and PayPal. A peek into the mind of a visionary who's putting everything into the projects he believes in.
Great read! Provides a great history behind SpaceX, Tesla, and SolarCity, as well as Elon's history with Zip2 and PayPal. A peek into the mind of a visionary who's putting everything into the projects he believes in.