Factory Girls (Leslie Chang)
Extremely well written insight into the lives of migrant workers in China, the population producing the world’s goods, juxtaposed with the story of the author’s family in China and America. Gave me a whole new understanding and appreciation of the Chinese underclass.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Stieg Larsson)
Not much into crime thrillers. Never enjoyed trilogies. I read this out of curiosity for the hype. And I couldn’t put it down. Read the book. Makes the movie very mediocre.
Beyond the Limits (Ranulph Fiennes)
I always thought that all adventurers are rich brats with money to spend. (Think Richard Branson). But seems like money was the last thing he had but he still managed to scrape together a very impressive life.
The Road (Cormac McCarthy)
Both book and movie just as depressingly good.
No Logo (Naomi Klein)
Explains convincingly how brands are taking over our world.
Watching the English (Kate Fox)
I knew there was something about the English, but I couldn’t explain it! This author can! Amusing insights.
Three Cups of Tea (Greg Mortensen)
Inspiring tale of how one American gained the trust and respect of rural Pakistanis; humbling descriptions of the hard life that the villagers lead; shatters all post-9/11 misconceptions of Muslims and Islam.
Salvation Creek (Susan Duncan)
Honest, unpretentious tale of a life dealt blow after blow of sadness and her journey hence.
Eats, Shoots & Leaves (Lynne Truss)
Brilliantly written dry British wit and humour!
Fast Food Nation (Eric Schlosser)
Has effectively turned me off McD’s.
Eat, Pray, Love (Elizabeth Gilbert)
Great memoir. Did a lot of what I’ve always wanted to do (travel-wise. Not the divorce-heart-break-bits.)
Why Men Don’t Listen & Women Can’t Read Maps (Allan and Barbara Pease)
Eye-opening. I think if all men and women would read this, the world would be a better place.;)
The World Without Us (Alan Weisman)
Scared the shit out of me. Makes you look at the world now through a whole new perspective.
Tuesdays with Morrie (Mitch Albom)
Inspirational.
The Undomestic Goddess (Sophie Kinsella)
Good easy highly entertaining read. As a 20-something, identified with a lot of it too.
For One More Day (Mitch Albom)
Very touching. Made me cry.
What Should I Do With My Life (Po Bronson)
Stories of people who tried answering that question. Some succeeded. Some failed.
