Book Review: The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

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The Way of Kings is an expansive fantasy tale written by Brandon Sanderson. It centers around a small of characters whose lives are inexorably connected by a fate unknown. Each character holds a key to unlocking the mysteries of the past and ushering in a new era for the world. A world that has been besot by war and unrest. A world that may not last much longer if the forces that led to its upheaval in the past are not discovered and resisted. 

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New Book Review YouTube Channel!

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I decided to start posting video book reviews on YouTube! The channel’s name is Fictional Fracas because I like alliteration and I’m clever. Use the links below to check it out and if you like it make sure to like and subscribe and share and love and comment and click stuff and tell people!

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Book Review: Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman

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This beautifully grotesque accounting of an epic journey rivals those of The Odyssey and Lord of the Rings, with less fluff and more French words. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a nightmare-inducing ride down an ecclesiastic rollercoaster. Super fun!

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Too Fast, Too Curious

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Max is a precocious 10 year old whose ADHD makes him too fast and way too curious. When his classmates end up like robots he decides to investigate. After enlisting the help of his family he uncovers the diabolical plot and restores the school back to normalcy.

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Consent in America?

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If consent is something people think is valuable then they should look at the way they act and the way they treat others skeptically. They should evaluate their actions as well as the actions of others to determine where consent was disregarded. In this way, people might live up to the standard of ethics that holds consent as a virtue. 

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What's going on with AI (Links)

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I have been looking into AI and trying to understand how it will affect humans in the future. I think AI will profoundly affect the economy, how people communicate, and the world of entertainment. I do not think that anyone can predict the impact or future world that will result from the use of widespread artificial intelligence. I am unsure of whether I am pro or against AI but I am certain my views will have little impact on its development and implementation. I am sure that I will be affected by it and I am curious what the long-term outcomes of its use will be.

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