For instance I don't like to read a synopsis of the story - for instance - which is pretty standard in reviews. The story is to read when reading a book

I am glad that you note this. This is why I do not follow that standard format.

I tried some of those books that became very very popular and successful, but couldn't make it even half way.

For sure. Sometimes, when I read and write, I slip up and wonder why something was the case (the instagrammer liking the book while I did not find it particularly touching); but as you perfectly note, something might be wonderful for one person and not the other. This is important to remember, taste differs.

The latter isn't always 'easy-reading', but less complex. Very recently, I read the latest novel by Stephen King.

I like your approach. I am a philosopher, so I always do this, reading an "easier" novel while I try to grapple with often complex philosophical books. I like the King reference, and I am also of the opinion that his later books sometimes feel to "easy". I think he knows that he is old, so he produces so many new novels. But this is only a theory of my own. I have seen it with a lot of local authors, as soon as they realise that they are getting older, the produce vast amounts of work.

But I think my next move will be to read a Stephen King novel with some philosophy!

I am always reading new books. I bought some Milan Kundera, but I started with Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

What is on your reading list?

Also, thank you so much for the wonderful comment.