King of Thieves: Star Rogue Series by Evan Currie
This book and series represent a spin-off of the Odyssey One series by Evan Currie. The book was entertaining but I found it relatively predictable -- maybe because I've read too many books by Evan Currie in the last 6 months. The book also lacked a hero that you could really cheer for like the Odyssey One books. If you love Mr. Currie's other books, you'll enjoy this one. Otherwise, skip it. Grade: B-
Constitution: Book One of the Legacy Fleet Trilogy by Nice Webb
This book is very stereotypical Sci-Fi. There is, of course, a space ship with a captain that we can love. There is also an impossibly huge threat to Earth. The only problem with this book, I hate cheering for really old space ships. Grade: C
Tier One by Andrews and Wilson
An entertaining book that falls between a spy novel and a special forces novel. The hero is a likable character and the story is reasonably entertaining. It was a little to graphic for me, however. Grade: C-
Teaching and Learning STEP: A Practical Guide by Felder and Brent
A book that discusses every issue associated with teaching science and engineering courses at the college level, and its written by a chemical engineer and his wife. It contains so many suggestions and guidance that it can help everyone to teach better and improve student learning. If you teach science or engineering at a college or university, I think this book is a must read. Grade: A
