Rite of Fancy Book Recommendations & Reviews

  A short summary of Lord Of Chaos: The dark one is getting warmer, the Black Tower grows, and Aes Sedai behave badly, on both sides. My favorite Robert Jordan quote from the book: "Almost dead yesterday, maybe dead tomorrow, but alive, gloriously alive, today." Questions to ponder while reading: Is it ever smart to trust an enemy? Are there good enough reasons to betray your values? My review: Book 6 of 14!  This is becoming a grind! More twists than a maze. I should think people who are so old would behave better. Did you know Robert Jordan was in the US Army?  Read his #EverydayPatriot biography here: https://www.everydaypatriot.com/2023/12/a-soldiers-story-sergeant-james-oliver.html ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military b...

A short summary of The Great Hunt: The saga of searching for the Horn of Valere. My favorite quote from the book: "Whatever comes, face it on your feet."   Questions to ponder while reading: Do you blindly follow those in authority? Is slavery ever justified? My thoughts about the book: Book two of the fifteen-book Wheel of Time Saga. Great character and plot development. So many moving parts. Did you know Robert Jordan was in the US Army?  Read his #EverydayPatriot biography here: https://www.everydaypatriot.com/2023/12/a-soldiers-story-sergeant-james-oliver.html ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #Taketh...

  A short summary of Eye of the World: The Wheel weaves in the heroes the world needs to fight the Forsaken. My favorite Robert Jordan quote from the book: "The fact that the price must be paid is proof that it is worth paying." Question to ponder while reading: Do you feel like you have a destiny? Do you like adventure? My review of the book: The kick-off book of a 14-book saga (15, with the prequel) Detailed with thorough character and world development. A great story with engaging characters. Did you know Robert Jordan was in the US Army?  Read his #EverydayPatriot biography here: https://www.everydaypatriot.com/2023/12/a-soldiers-story-sergeant-james-oliver.html ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.ev...

  A short summary of the book Democracy in America: Everything you have ever wanted to know about the US government but were afraid to ask. The book also contains a lot of information you never thought of asking. My favorite Alexis de Tocqueville quote from the book: " Nothing is more wonderful than the art of being free, but nothing is harder to learn how to use than freedom. " Questions to ponder while reading Democracy in America: Do you understand your representation? Do you understand your rights and responsibilities? My review of the book: An in-depth look at the inner workings of our government. It is incredibly detailed. One of the most necessary books for every American (yes, I know it was written by a Frenchman) ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.c...

A short summary of The Covenant: Everything you ever wanted to know about the history of South Africa but were afraid to ask. My favorite James Michener quote from the book: "Anything can be done if men of good principle determine that it shall be done." Questions to ponder while reading The Covenant: How much do you like to read? What does your religion say about equality? My review of The Covenant: This is a huge damn book. But an engrossing huge damn book. The book explains the evolution, history, and progression of apartheid in South Africa very well.  It is worth the read for that reason alone. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photog...

A short summary of Shogun: An Englishman's journey from shipwreck to Samurai. My favorite James Clavell quote from the book: "Only by living at the edge of death can you understand the indescribable joys of life." Questions to ponder while reading Shogun: Do you admire self-control? Do you have a code of honor? My review of Shogun: Political maneuvering, samurai style. So much fun in a book. I love the details. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors and  webshop  or buying me a cup o...

A short summary of the book Les Miserables: A detailed account of a thief's redemption. My favorite Victor Hugo quote from the book: "Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise." Questions I pondered while reading Les Miserables: Is a religious experience required for atonement? Classism is so ugly, why is it still around? My review of the book Les Miserables: Book Nerd Badge of Honor (and I loved earning it!) An entire life in a book. Take breaks. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my...

A short summary of the book Atlas Shrugged: A future without innovators. My favorite Ayn Rand quote from the book: "Money will not buy intelligence for the fool, or admiration for the coward, or respect for the incompetent." Questions I pondered while reading Atlas Shrugged: Why can't we keep what we earn? Is it fair to pay people what they are worth? My review of Atlas Shrugged: Self-responsibility is such an important topic. So many verbose soliloquies. So many details. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by vis...

A short summary of the book Moby Dick: Ahab's tale of failed revenge done Salty. (It's a whale of a tale) My favorite Herman Melville quote from the book: "Ignorance is the parent of fear." Questions I pondered while reading: It is possible to completely know something? Why are people surprised when exploited beings become violent? My review of the book Moby Dick: A loquaciously beautiful story. Book Nerd badge of honor. 135 chapters felt like a great accomplishment. ****** ********************************* a.d. elliott is a wanderer, photographer, and storyteller living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to her travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sp...