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Summary: Great!
Review: This book is one of the best in the fantasy genre. Although no match for Tolkien, this series comes close. Anyone who says it is too complex is just to simple.
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Summary: It STUNK!
Review: The book starts out kind of interesting, but then the plot grows so big and complex and just plain BORING! I would not reccomend this book to anyone.
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Summary: A lovely tale worth reading
Review: All I can say is that I wish my English teachers had "forced" me to read books of this sort when I was in school; it used to be that one had to read fantasy with a defensive attitude. I first read this book when I was nine, not because of any requirement, but because I wanted to. This book is thoughtful and full of a quiet beauty, reflecting not only the author's knowledge of anthropology but quite a lot of wisdom about humanity as well. If you like flashy sword-and-sorcery fantasies in the pulp tradition, this won't be for you; on the other hand, if you are in the mood for something that reaches beyond the normal smothering cliches, give it a whirl. No, it isn't Tolkien, but for heaven's sake, it's not even the same sort of story--can't compare Dickens to Dinesen, can you? And check out Ms. LeGuin's other works. Her short stories (Wind's Twelve Quarters, The Compass Rose, et.al) are intriguing. And remember, any book your English teacher "forces" you to read, unless it's a Harlequin romance, might just be worth a second glance...
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Summary: Fantastic
Review: This book may not be a lord of the rings clone, but it delivers. This fantasy is unique. Le Guin creates a believable world and wonderful characters. My only regret was finishing, thirsting for more. Her prose is artful and inspiring. One of the top five sci-fi/fantasy series of all time. Get this book, you won't regret it!
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Summary: pah! this is nothing compared to tolkien
Review: this book has such a lack of imagery and a weak predictible plot that it dosen't compare to tolkien's masterpiece. it's storyline is long and drawnout for a simple plot as a wizard who chased his shadow. all i can say is if you want something to read this is it but if you want a good fantasy worth your time try tolkien, terry goodkind, or brian jaques.
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Summary: Surprisingly Good
Review: I'm 14, and unlike most, I wasn't forced to read it. My mom suggested it to me, and I must admit I had my doubts. In fact, the first two times I tried to read it, I only got through the first two pages. But when I finally put my mind to it and read the whole book, I loved it. Sparrowhawk reminds me much of myself, and I can see my friends and family in the other characters in the book. Trust me, this book is a lot better than some of the crap my 9th grade teachers made us read. I have read all the trilogy, but from the reviews of the 4th book I am not sure I want to read it and spoil my impression of this series.
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Summary: This was a great book and I thought it was LOT's of fun.
Review: This was an awesome book with lot's of mystical things.I liked all the magic that young Sparrowhawk got to learn.When he tried to outdo his rival he released the worst thing in the world ,his own arrogance. He went to learn wizardry from the best wizardry school in the world so he could defeat it.This is a world where names are powerful and useful.
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Summary: An interesting series, but no comparison to the Hobbit
Review: This series is fairly interesting. I would not recommend it for adults. I would recommend it for kids under the age of 14. The books are far too short, there is little plot or character development. Frankly I was disappointed at how the books related to each other, there were too many major gaps in the series. In reading a review that said: "If you liked the Hobbit you will love these." This is a poor characterization. These books are not even in the same league as Tolkien. They would be good books for kids just getting into fantasy, but for the veteran fantasy buff recommend Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series or Tad Williams' Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn or something of the like. The premise behind the plots of these books is good but is not developed well.
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Summary: A one line what??? My attention span's too short to unders..
Review: I was manipulated into reading this book by my seventh grade English teacher (I'm in ninth grade now, so be warned, this review was written by an aliterate high-schooler). As people here have said before, "A Wizard of Earthsea" is a lot like "Lord of the Rings". It's tedious, slow to start, sexist, incredibly archaic, impersonal, and featuring a stiff (as in, Al Gore stiff) unempathetic lead character. Also, like "Lord of the Rings", it has some awesome scenes, an original concept, depth, well-written character development, and an awesome ending. Pick it up on a rainy day... it's not a must-read, but read it anyway because some day some English teacher will probably force you to.. It's a pretty good book of Tolkien caliber, but very slow to start. Once you can get past the first three chapters, you're up and moving (unlike Tolkien... just find the blasted hobbits in Rohan already and get on with it!!!) The ending is worth it.
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Summary: Superb! The style reminds me of The Silmarillion.
Review: Absolutely wonderful. Although it has a somewhat distant, impersonal style of writing, every word is carefully calculated. This is definately not a book for people with very little brains.It's scope is compelling and majestic. A must read!
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