What I’m Currently Reading: Two Very Different Journeys

[stevenson7]

There’s something special about receiving a book as a gift. It’s like someone is sharing a part of their world with you. Recently, I was gifted two very different books, each offering its own unique journey. It was completely random, a miracle, if you will. I got a message on X (Twitter) from a book-loving community, offering to gift me books from authors in exchange for honest reviews. I'm not a fast reader, as I love to savor every book, but I’ve been genuinely engrossed in these pieces of literature lately and have enjoyed every bit of it. I’m really looking forward to finishing Walk On and writing a review, as I’ve resonated with it deeply so far.

Book 1: Walk On by Stephen Panus

• Summary – Stephen suffered the tragic loss of his teenage son, a loss every parent dreads. Here in Nigeria, one of the prayers parents say is that their children should bury them, not the other way around, meaning they live long enough to see the next generation. Stephen shares his experience, the lessons learned, and memories of the beautiful life his son Jake lived, along with the lives he’s impacted and continues to impact.

• Why it caught my eye – A New York Times bestseller, Joe Draper, reviewed it and it piqued my interest. After reading the foreword, I knew I had to read it.

• Key takeaways so far – This has been the one I’ve been reading the most. Heartwarming, beautiful, and a true reflection of life and humanity. So many lessons and grace from a father’s perspective. I can’t wait to see what the final pages hold.

Book 2: The Ragged Edge of Time by Tom Kane

• Summary – A sci-fi drama of alien infiltration, alternate history, AI evolution, time travel, and a desperate fight for survival, all fused into one thrilling story.

• Why it caught my eye – I’ve been gravitating toward fiction, and science fiction fits the bill perfectly. Tom Kane’s writing style, from the chapters I’ve read so far, delivers impeccable action and storytelling.

• Key takeaways so far – The unpredictability has been something else. I’m only about five chapters in, and I’m already confused, haha. It’s fast-paced, with lots of plot twists, which bodes well for what’s to come.

Closing Thoughts

Although these two books are completely distinct genres, reading them back-to-back has been a journey through different times and perspectives. I’m eager to finish the first, but I think I’ll switch between them and read both simultaneously. Anyway, thank you for reading my post. I’d love to hear what you’re reading right now.

All photos are screenshots of my ebook copy

Comments

[jessuses1381]

The truth is, I didn't know either of them, but you've made me want to know more. What you say about Walk On sounds incredibly tough but also incredibly moving; that line about children burying their parents is absolutely true, and I got goosebumps just reading your summary. ❤️

And about the science fiction one... I totally understand! Haha. Sometimes those time-travel books with complex plots fry your brain for the first few chapters until you get the hang of it.

[stevenson7]

Oh you know this 😅
It has been a beautiful read, and I can wait to round it up.
If you wish, I can connect you to the book community on X, Twitter so you can get copies too.

Thank you very much for your nice comment.

I apologize for the delayed response