It was fun reading Freakonomics and Undercover Economist. I would definitely be recommending these to friends.

Freakonomics is the first book on economics that I have read in a long time.
A good read overall, but I found it getting boring at times. One reason is that the topics covered are a bit far away from everyday life in Malaysia. Also, the author often spends too much time describing the methods used and figures collected during his research.

The Undercover Economist, on the other hand, is a much more fun and lighter read. The case studies are shorter, and they are the kind of things you come across every day.
And, I am no longer embarrassed buying the cheapest drink on Starbucks menu.
Why should I, now that I understand differential pricing