Blake Crouch | Where To Start / Why You Should Read

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Blake Crouch | Where To Start / Why You Should Read

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I wanted to do this video on one of my favorite Sci-Fi/Techno Thriller authors, Blake Crouch. There are quite a few entry points that may appeal to you depending on your tastes, so I hope you get something out of it!
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0:13 | Intro
1:28 | Dark Matter
4:21 | Recursion
6:51 | Upgrade
9:47 | Abandon
13:24 | The Wayward Pines Trilogy
16:06 | Famous
17:56 | Summer Frost
19:18 | Other Options (Haven't Read These)
20:23 | Wrap Up
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@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

@RedFuryBooks 2 жыл бұрын

I started with Dark Matter as well - it's definitely a great one to hook you. I haven't gotten to Recursion yet, but will do so at some point! Wayward Pines Trilogy is my favorite so far.

@jeffreybeasley8448 5 ай бұрын

It’s not his only series. Desert Places, Locked Doors, and Break You is his other series

@RekindledReader 5 ай бұрын

You’re right, I didn’t realize until quite a bit later that those are technically series as well! Which one would you recommend over the others?

@jeffreybeasley8448 5 ай бұрын

@@RekindledReader wayward pines series was really good. My favorite of his books is probably snowbound or dark matter. I haven’t read a book by him that I didn’t like yet. Got a couple more to go.

@BookishChas 2 жыл бұрын

This was really good, and helpful Theo. I’m completely new to Crouch. I flew through Dark Matter just recently (only took me 2.5 days lol), and I loved it, but that’s the only one I’ve read. I did watch Wayward Pines, and it was ok, but I never really followed his writing till now. You’re a big help man, thank you.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Aw I'm so happy to read this, Chas. This was exactly the goal. Thank you!

@BookishChas 2 жыл бұрын

@@RekindledReader you’re welcome. These kind of videos is exactly why you’re rocketing up there fast. 🙂

@madisongoodyear5040 2 жыл бұрын

Great video idea theo!!

@RJGibson7 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man! Abandon has really caught my eye, I hope to get to Crouch soon!

@havocmaverick Жыл бұрын

I own recursion, dark matter and upgrade but i read wayward pines first and loved it. I need to keep on reading Crouch. Thanks

@RekindledReader Жыл бұрын

Glad you like him, he’s awesome!

@bookmeridian 2 жыл бұрын

Only having read DM and Recursion I can't wait to get into more of his works. Still waiting on upgrade and I kinda wanna read the wayward pines trilogy soon

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! I think you'd have a blast with Wayward Pines.

@CranesComics Жыл бұрын

I just read my first Crouch book and it was great!! I read dark matter and it was amazing!!

@RekindledReader Жыл бұрын

Nice I'm glad you liked it!!! I would highly recommend The Wayward Pines trilogy. Recursion is also one of my favourites, but I would give myself just a bit of time after reading Dark Matter as they can feel similar at times.

@ColinsCornerYT Жыл бұрын

Just now catching this one! I'm almost done with The Light Fantastic which means I'll be moving on to Dark Matter next courtesy of my daughter. Seems like she made a great choice for me! I also own Upgrade via my Book of the Month subscription.

@RekindledReader Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Yeah, DM is a great entry!

@EllySpace 2 жыл бұрын

You made me want to read the books. They sound interesting .

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻🎉🙌🏻

@KaysHiddenShelf 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Theo! I wasn’t a huge fan of Dark Matter myself and have been hesitant to Blake’s books another go. I liked his writing and concepts but the thriller part fell flat for me in DM. Thanks for a great explanation of the books. I might give Upgrade a try.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kayla! I'd be curious to hear how your second shot goes :) Always worth just one more, right? 😉

@richmoca 2 жыл бұрын

Great lighting. I'm going to start with Dark Matter today!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris! I appreciate that. Let me know how you enjoy it!!

@richmoca 2 жыл бұрын

@@RekindledReader Finished Dark Matter. I couldn't put it down. Great recommendation!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

@@richmoca YES! So happy :)

@jordanreads 2 жыл бұрын

Alright I’ll probably try him out. The series sounds most up my alley 🤔

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

It's fun.

@AutomailUser 10 ай бұрын

I started my Crouch journey with Wayward Pines last month and blew through all three books within a couple days. It was amazing and I think about that ending constantly. Watched the first season of the show and while I didn't hate it, the final episode made me quit and I'll never watch season two. Probably going to go with Dark Matter next!

@RekindledReader 10 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy!!! Dark Matter is fantastic!!

@TallGuyReads 2 жыл бұрын

This was an excellent video Theo! I loved the way you structured this and I totally agree with your thoughts on Dark Matter and Recursion! I really need to read the Wayward Pines trilogy…I know I’ll love it just based on the premise and already enjoying his writing style so I can’t wait to read it! Awesome video man!!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, bro! Yeah you'll really enjoy Wayward Pines, it was a blast. And really, makes you think...like all his books.

@CranesComics Жыл бұрын

If only we didn’t have work and all we we could do is read lol

@bonniek5 2 жыл бұрын

I've only read Dark Matter so far, and I think I'm the only person in the world who didn't love it 😂 But I'd try another, I'm considering giving Recursion a go. Excellent video, as always!!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bonnie! If you didn't love DM, you can always try the first book in The Wayward Pines trilogy - it's called Pines. That would be my recommendation, but if you do try Recursion, I hope that one lands better for you, it was my preference over Dark Matter and I'm in the minority as well on that, so who knows!

@bonniek5 2 жыл бұрын

@@RekindledReader I will certainly try the first book in The Wayward Pines trilogy before Recursion, thanks Theo! I was so sad that I didn't enjoy Dark Matter, I probably just read it at a bad point in time, honestly.

@BaldBookTuber 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic stuff my friend! Love hearing readers passionately talking about their favorite authors.

@VenusEscapesToRead 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I’m a huge Michael Crichton and have quickly fallen in love with Blake Crouch’ writing! I’m excited to read Wayward Pines!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Yayyy! Thanks, Venus :)

@andyj6574 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I've had Recursion on my shelf for a few months, but I was wondering if I should start with something older like Wayward Pines or Abandon. Sounds like I can't go wrong with any of them, and Recursion should be a quick read, so maybe I can squeeze it in the September TBR!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Andy!! True, I think you'll have a good time with any of those! Enjoy!

@JAKandtheBookStack 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video! I have like 2 or 3 people in mind immediately who would enjoy these books! I own Dark Matter but haven’t picked it up yet.

@BooksWithBenghisKahn 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing vid! I think this is an author I’ll really vibe with and have Dark Matter, Recursion, and Wayward Pines on the shelf ready to go!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ben!!! You have my favourites on the shelf, get at it!

@ozzyf6304 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a reader at all. I'm 37 and probably haven't read a book since high school. I randomly came across Run and really like it, so I checked out Recursion then Dark Matter, then the Wayward Pines Trilogy. His writing style has me hooked. I actually read The Last Town in one day. I'm now working on Upgrade. This was your first video that I've watched and I really enjoyed it. I'm subscribed now, I look forward to seeing more of your videos!

@RekindledReader Жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much for the kind words and I hope you continue to enjoy your reading!!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

I just realized I was using the wrong focus setting (from when I used my camera for something else) and it's a little out of focus here and there so I apologize in advance!!

@safinan8008 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 thank you for recommending this book series!! Happy reading to you!! 🎬🎥

@esmayrosalyne 2 жыл бұрын

Only just got around to this video, but dammit, you outdid yourself here! I'm ashamed to admit that I thought Crouch only had Recursion, Dark Matter and Wayward Pines out, lol. Thanks for enlightening me about all those other books!! I've already read Recursion and Dark Matter, but I am now definitely going back to check out his other works as well. Great video!! 🤩

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, you're the best!

@chrismohan 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this. I’ve no exposure to Blake Crouch but seems right up my street. A video like this is perfect. I did watch the Wayward Pines TV series (didn’t know it was a dramatisation at all) I thought it was pretty watchable. Plays off that Lost vibe of trying to figure out what is going on. While I can see why many wouldn’t like it, I got a lot out of it. Looking forward to reading the books. Cheers 👍

@jasonrstacy 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Theo! I would definitely say Crouch has improved as a writer. I found his earlier works (Run, Snowbound,Famous, etc) while still very enjoyable, to be a lit bit clunky with some questionable plot choices/ devises. He has definitely leaned more into the scientific aspects in his new works. I thinks his last 5-6 efforts have all been top notch. A “read on release day” author for me for sure.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree, definitely an author to keep an eye on for sure. Thanks for watching, Jason!

@AFictionalEscapist 2 жыл бұрын

This was an awesome video Theo! Thanks for the in depth look into Crouch's works. I have been interested in reading him for a while, this was a good indication of where I should start!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Thanks so much for the feedback, Kris. Appreciate you :)

@chaindriven61 5 ай бұрын

I finished Dark Matter the other day and you're right - it's a page turner and I finished it in 6 days. For me that's a pretty fast read. I loved it. I understood everything. It got me hooked on is books. Thank you, 🤙

@RekindledReader 5 ай бұрын

I ripped through it as well - really glad you liked it!

@curtjarrell9710 2 жыл бұрын

This was helpful. I'll pick up one of his books when I visit the bookstore again next month, probably one of the trio of most recent titles. Abandon sounds interesting too. Thanks, Theo.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Happy it helped, even a bit. I hope you enjoy!

@outofthisworldreader1700 2 жыл бұрын

Great overview! After enjoying Upgrade I decided I just need to read everything else he has wrote! Summerfrost is also one of my favorite novellas and to be honest it really freaked me out, lol.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

Totally!! It freaked me out too, haha! Thanks for watching :)

@iWizard 2 жыл бұрын

As a huge Michael Crichton fan, I really want to get into Blake Crouch. Thanks for this great video!

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

I think you'll really be pleasantly surprised!

@dinocollins720 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! I'm so excited to start Crough. But I don't think your video worked. All it did was get me excited about all the books and I still don't know where I want to start haha 😂

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

🤣😎😜🤷🏻‍♂️ I would say...read Dark Matter OR Pines, the first book in The Wayward Pines trilogy.

@dinocollins720 2 жыл бұрын

@@RekindledReader Haha honestly based on your review I'll probably do Dark Matter or Recursion first. I actually watched season 1 of Pines and really enjoyed it (until the final haha) so since I know the twists already I'll probably jump into something completely new and come back to the Pines series later.

@RekindledReader 2 жыл бұрын

@@dinocollins720 Good plan, good plan.

@m-993 10 күн бұрын

Am new to reading fictions, blake is my fav authror. Any other books or author i should explore?

@RekindledReader 10 күн бұрын

If you have not read Michael Chricton, I would highly recommend checking him out! I would also recommend Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir!

@m-993 9 күн бұрын

@@RekindledReader alright, thank you!!

@Miss_Cherry 4 ай бұрын

I feel like i would have liked Dark Matter more if i didn't read Recursion first.

@RekindledReader 4 ай бұрын

That might be true. I read them in the reverse order and loved both, Recursion a little more, perhaps because, in my opinion, Recursion tells a broader story.