I read several shorter shorter books over the holidays.
For the 15 hours driving home and back I listened to the audiobook version of Heinlein's Farmer in the Sky. It's pretty good but not one of his best.
I also read Hannah Tinti's The Good Thief. It's an excellent read. I think it's aimed at the YA market but seems pretty violent for that. Think Oliver Twist in early 19th century New England.
All Judgment Fled by James White was good. It has the same premise as Rendezvous with Rama.
And then there was Miracle and Other Christmas Stories by SF writer Connie Willis. It's a collection of holiday-themed short stories. There are a few comedies, a few poignant short stories, a murder mystery featuring a Hercule Poirot-like detective, and a couple of essays on how much Willis loves Christmas and what to read and watch for Christmas. I particularly liked the comedies Miracle and Newsletter.
The Good Thief and Miracle are available as ebooks.
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