I originally read this book just over 1 year ago August 2015. Re-reading Oct 2016 
 I LOVE this book! I go to a happy, giddy place where I wish something like this was real. A virtual reality of all games, media, entertainment and more! It is a bit overwhelming to think about and there are parts of this that are very unrealistic on so many levels. But I just strapped in and enjoyed it for what it was. 
 From the characters to the involvement concept of the Oasis I was enthralled. There are happy moments, exciting edge of my seat moments and more! There are a ton of pop culture references! Mostly from the 80s. Many I got, others I missed but now an curious of. And now I wish there was a real Almanac similar to Halliday's for games, movies, tv shows etc. It really just fits my interests and personality so I got a huge kick out of this book.