Post date: Aug 20, 2018 2:10:6 PM
1. The Eye of The World (Free Choice)
Thesis Statement Analysis: Jordan creates a captivating world while maintaining interest with strong use of language and creative and well placed story elements.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10 Easy to follow. Never slow.
Content Enjoyment: 10/10 Highly enjoyable
Language Enjoyment: 9/10 Strong use of language.
2. The Great Hunt (Free Choice)
Thesis Statement Analysis: See above. He did it again!
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 10/10
Language Enjoyment: 9/10
3. The Shepherd of the Hills (Classic)
Thesis Statement Analysis: Bell weaves a compelling story, but his use of language and pacing leaves the reader wanting more.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 8/10 Tends to jump around a bit
Content Enjoyment: 7/10 Good story. Language left something to be desired.
Language Enjoyment: 7/10
4-5. The Dragon Reborn and The Shadow Rising (Free Choice)
Overall rating 9.5/10--Same thesis and reflection as the rest of the series. Continues to be solid.
However, I read 1/2 of book 6 and stopped. It was becoming too much of a soap opera.
Thesis Statement Analysis: Gaiman effectively wraps old myths in his distinct style while managing not to detract from their original appeal.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 9/10
Language Enjoyment: 10/10
7. Unholy Land
Thesis Statement Analysis: While the novel's plot line was based on a highly appealing premise, the deliberately vague transitions and the overuse of foul language detracted heavily from its effect.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 7/10
Content Enjoyment: 5/10
Language Enjoyment: 5/10
Thesis Statement Analysis: Hogan and Del Taro craft a fitting ending to a compelling story.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 19/10
Content Enjoyment: 10/10 -
Language Enjoyment: 8/10 - Too much foul language. Otherwise, masterfully flowed.
9. For the Glory: The Untold and Inspiring Story of Eric Liddell, Hero of Chariots of Fire (Nonfiction)--HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Thesis Statement Analysis: The magic in this text rests in the devotion of this inspiring man.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment:10/10 ---WONDERFUL!
Language Enjoyment: 8/10
10. I, Robot (Classic-Fiction)
Thesis Statement Analysis: These are compellingly crafted stories which leave a little to be desired.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 9/10 - I love Asimov's writing. This is a good example of his ability and all of the stories are compelling. It simply leaves you wanting more.
Language Enjoyment: 9/10- Cursing is the single detractor.
11. Caves of Steel (Classic-Fiction)
Thesis Statement Analysis: This first robot novel is takes the wonderfully imaginative world of Asimov and wraps it in a compelling mystery plot line.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment:10/10 - I really enjoyed this--finished it in just a few days!
Language Enjoyment: 9/10 Only the occasional cursing stops this from being a 10.
12. Holiness by Blackaby (Non-Fiction)
Thesis Statement Analysis: Blackaby's message is compassionately delivered and convictingly received.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment:10/10 - I read this in a day. It struck my heart and stepped on my toes in a way I desperately needed. Highly recommended.
Language Enjoyment: 10/10
13. The Naked Sun (Modern Classic)
Thesis Statement Analysis: Though the content tiptoed around inappropriate content, Asimov once again crafts a compelling story set in an engaging world.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment:9/10 - A few scenes made me nervous, but they remained appropriate.
Language Enjoyment: 9/10- See Caves of Steel
14. Childhood End (Scfi Classic)
Thesis Statement Analysis: The concept is better than the execution as tone and pacing were his downfalls.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 7/10
Content Enjoyment: 6/10
Language Enjoyment: 6/10
15. The Name of The Wind (Free Choice)
Thesis Statement Analysis: A fascinating story with captivating characters and excellent plot movement. (Never boring)
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 10/10
Language Enjoyment: 9/10
16. Miles Morales: Spider-man (Free Choice)
Thesis Statement Analysis: This was an enjoyable story that lacked character and plot depth.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 7/10
Language Enjoyment: 5/10
17. Wise Man's Fear (Free Choice)
Thesis Statement Analysis: This second part is another wonderfully crafted story; however, a long section of indecency marred its overall enjoyment.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 8/10
Language Enjoyment: 7/10
18. Absolute Surrender (Classic)
Thesis Statement Analysis: A wonderfully convicting classic that was only slightly tainted by the cumbersomeness of converting sermons to chapters.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 9/10
Content Enjoyment: 10/10
Language Enjoyment: 8/10
19. The Power of Habit (Non-Fiction)
Thesis Statement Analysis: This informational text is structured in a highly narrative style which keep readers engaged.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 10/10
Language Enjoyment: 7/10
Thesis Statement Analysis: Riggs continues to keep readers engaged with the bazaar.
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: 10/10
Content Enjoyment: 8/10
Language Enjoyment: 8/10
Constants:
Psalm Study Materials (Lots)
Acts Study Materials (Varied)
American Literature for Courses Taught (Mostly Short Stories)
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Thesis Statement Analysis:
Rating (1 BAD- 10 GOOD):
Readability: /10
Content Enjoyment: /10
Language Enjoyment: /10