I got the AO book a couple of weeks ago, but didnt start to read it until two-three days after I got it. I found the first two chapters to be, well... kinda mediocre. Then it all suddenly took off like Michael Schumacher driving a Yalm on speed! I have read a lot of books, although I generally don't really like to read (go figure). There is only two times that I have felt this way about a book, and that is with The Hobbit and LOTR. I guess what I am trying to say is, if you dont like to read books, go read this one and be surprised. If you like reading books, then what the heck are you waiting for? It is a must read and you will never regret it!