Fahrenheit 451
Though I appreciate the impact this book had on both the world and literature, I didn't love it. It was a fast, solid read that kept me turning the page despite seeing where it was going. I can relate to Montag having his eyes opened to another way of thinking, and then taking that thought process to the extreme. And I felt horrible for him when his world crashed down on his head. But, I don't know, I think I wanted each and every word to hit me like a hammer. Which, I admit, isn't the fault of the book; that's my expectations clearly getting in the way. Down the line I do intend to read it once more, because I feel this is one of those books, like Of Mice and Men, that needs to be read a few times to fully appreciate it. (And yes, this is the first time I've read Fahrenheit 451. Somehow I made it through school without ever having to pick it up.)
The Road
Still reading this one. Slowly. Very, very slowly. I'm not a fan of Cormac McCarthy's style. That's why I couldn't get into No Country for Old Men. But I'm trying. I'm really, really trying.