Bellwether and Others

As promised, here are a few brief and fragmented thoughts on Bellwether by Connie Willis, taken from my reading journal:

Shorter and a bit more simplistic than usual for Connie Willis. Her strength is always in her fabulously-written characters, but they seemed less developed and rather flatter than usual.

Nonetheless, it was fantastically enjoyable, engaging, creative, and laugh-outloud funny. One of my favorite things about Willis is her chapter openers--always unique. Bellwether's openers are exceptionally hilarious.

All in all, loved it. Not Willis at her best, certainly, but hugely entertaining. 5 stars!

I am now reading On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William Zinsser. This is indeed a classic, and one that I anticipate coming back to many times! Not only is it packed full of fabulous advice, it's also zany and hilarious. I will likely be reviewing this one as well, once I have the chance to get through it.

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I am reminded again of what a blessing it is to attend a Christian college. As I was writing an extra-credit assignment for my International Business class tonight, reflecting on the sovereignty of God and evangelism, I thought to myself, "How many students get the chance to write on theology in an International Business class?!?!" I love it. It's evenings like tonight when I remember why I chose to do what I'm doing in pursuing my education from a Christian worldview perspective. It's all worth it!