read two more fiction books

There is nothing quite like the flipping (or in my case these days, tapping) of pages, entering a new world, suspending reality, eyes racing across lines, imagination constructing an untouched world in space or history. It's for that reason that I challenged myself earlier this year to read more. 

With all the hype of Matt Damon getting lost (again) in space, I could hardly resist cracking open the pages of The Martian. I was far from disappointed. "Maybe I'll post a consumer review. 'Brought product to surface of Mars. It stopped working. 0/10'" is the type of humor to expect from its pages. Although the jokes added a nice framework to what could have otherwise been a thriller along the same vein as Gravity, my enthusiasm for the book came from following his problem solving skills, which is far more exciting than it sounds. Inspiration sparks when you read someone create a way with odds slammed against them. 

But, the mood shifted after finishing The Martian and with the introduction of The Professor & The Madman. Quite frankly, it's been a bit of an uphill battle. Anticipating a more thrilling adventure with such a captivating title, I dove into this work still off the high of the The Martin. Instead, the author is trudging me through the history of the dictionary. I still have hope, but it's dwindling. 

Feels good to check off more from winter bucket list too!