I originallyl had a Sony E-reader. But the battery life was terrible. Hated it. Now I have the large Kindle & absolutely LOVE it. I thought I might have trouble because I like the feel of a good book. But just got back from vacation & it was heaven not to lug books in the backpack. I finished 3 novels while on vacation with most of my reading out by the pool. And I can obtain new titles wirelessly anywhere. No internet connection necessary. I recommend the Kindle.