Tablets have allowed our PC's to collect dust. Tablets use less power than laptops too. Decent screen resolution makes for a great Ereader. I like my 2013 7" Nexus. Samsung also makes great tablets. Go for the best in your price range.
Found a refurb for sale. I have no association with them. I watch the Android pages.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/141420354472
http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/09/29/deal-alert-refurb-samsung-galaxy-tab-pro-12-2-32gb-on-sale-for-339-99-on-ebay-daily-deals/