I have had a Kindle e-reader for years - had the first and second generation, had the Kindle Fire, and the Kindle Fire HD. I just purchased the small Kindle for $59.00 and I LOVE it. It is small, fits in my purse and my husband's shirt pocket and is great to read on. No, I can't read in the dark on it, but I normally don't sit around in the dark! I will usually have a small light on and that is enough for me.