I have read the first four, and they have always been one of my favorite series, despite the sometimes embarrassing romance-novel-y-ness of them. I absolutely love the merging and confusion of science and magic (well, religion-- but really, I think it's the same thing.) After reading this, I'm realizing maybe I should read more Asimov than I have. I keep meaning to, but I've never gotten around to reading the Foundation series. I am SO teh lamexor.
Anyways, yeah. You rock. I love your book/movie/fanfic/tv series synopses/reviews. I miss having lunch with you. *HUGHUGHUG* Take care of yourself, ne? And happy birthday!