What I read in August 2025

  1. The Bullet Journal Method: Track Your Past, Order Your Present, Plan Your Future by Ryder Carroll, 336p: I finally read this book, and I appreciate the system it describes. I love the idea of the rapid logging key, and I've been using it for years whenever I'm taking notes. I understand the argument of reengaging with our lists by doing regular migrations. The routine of doing AM and PM reflections is also extremely beneficial. The migration filter (C.A.R.E.) reminds me of the “Clarify” step in GTD. So, it's a well-rounded system to manage obligations and goals in a simple notebook. I like that! I would adopt it fully it my world wasn't so ingrained with digital information.

  2. Ethan of Athos (Vorkosigan Saga (Publication Order) #3) by Lois McMaster Bujold, 237p: Such an interesting premise: a planet only inhabited by gay males with their own system of beliefs and childbearing using uterine replicators. Something goes wrong with the planet's source of genetic material and Doctor Ethan is forced to leave and go off-planet to figure out a solution to their problem. It is delightful and funny to see Ethan being horrified when he sees a woman for the first time. He interacts a lot with Ellie Quinn, the Dendarii mercenary we know from other books in the series. I found it very compelling, and I liked the mystery. It lays ground for future major developments in the universe. This series continues to be one of my sci-fi favorites.

  3. Brothers in Arms (Vorkosigan Saga (Publication Order) #5) by Lois McMaster Bujold, 338p: Another great read! It introduces a new element to Mile's story which I was not prepared for, and it delivers! It deals with human cloning and all the ethical issues that comes with it. And we get a chance to visit Earth and see how things are going in there. Miles is in his usual state of trying to solve problems the best way he can without too much damage. And we can see again Miles’ unwavering sense of humanity and acceptance of differences. He is such a great character with a big heart. I had to jump right into the next book (Mirror Dance) because I needed to know what's next.

  4. Sinner (Priest #2) by Sierra Simone, 386p: I didn't like this one as much as the first one in the series. It has the age-gap difference trope with an older man (Sean Bell) and a younger lady (Zenobia) who wants to become a nun. But before she takes her vows, she wants to have a chance to explore her sexuality. So, an arrangement with a deadline is set between the two. It was a bit over the top for me. I guess romance mixed with religious shenanigans is not really my cup of tea.

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By Noisy Deadlines Minimalist in progress, nerdy, introvert, skeptic. I don't leave without my e-reader.