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Summary: Nothing Really Happens
Review: I have to agree with the many other reviews of this book; seems like the last three books of the Wheel of Time have had no climax at the end of the book; one is just left hanging. I still think that Jordan does a great job of writing, but one is left with the feeling of no accomplishment with this book. The book starts with Perrin going after the Aiel who have his wife, and ends the same way. Its that way with pretty much everything in this book. I still am looking forward to the next book. At least this is much better than what has happened for me with many other series I have started, and just left by authors such as Goodkind, Rosenberg, Modesitt... I guess the big difference is I do care about the characters, and I got so I did not with these other authors.
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Summary: The Biggest Book About Nothing!
Review: This book is so big and doesn't say anything. A person could easily not read this and not miss a beat in the series. The publisher didn't even proof read it. There are so many errors in it; I can't believe it was published. Robert Jordan would have to take knee in the presence of J.R.R. Tolkien. Jordan is a mere Novice, not even an Accepted.
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Summary: If you truely appreciate the magnitude of The Wheel of Time
Review: Okay, here's the deal: A lot of so called WOT fans have been complaining about the last few books (mainly books seven and on) because they are boring and not as interesting as the first six. I will call these people pseudo-WOT fans because it is clear that they do not appreciate "The Wheel of Time" for it's entire worth, because they only appreciate specific scenes and incredible moments from the first six books (including all of "The Great Hunt," Domani's Wells, the battle with Rahvin, etc.).However, "Crossroads of Twilight," is a good book in the shear magnitude of what it is building up to in terms of the entire series. It's funny how so many people can complain about book ten not living up to the quality of the first six books when so many things that have not yet been cleared up that began in the "wonderful" first books will be solved in the next book. I admit, I thought book ten was going to be "The One" book to rule them all. I was dissappointed because not much really happens. However, after I was done reading, I realized how much is about to happen. For instance (spoilers ahead, beware...) Mat and Perrin will be converging on the Tower of Genji in the Mountains of Mist, confronting the Aaelfin and the Eelfin and saving Moraine; Perrin will be saving his wife, Faile, from thousands upon thousands of Aiel warriors; The white tower will be reunited through ways that will be both warrior-like (action) and political intrigue-like; and the Black Ajah is expanding it's network and hold on the world; and, probably most exciting to me, is that that fearful object from book two, the male a'dam, will be put into effect with what could possibly be the most exciting and intense battle sequence of the series, up until "the Last Battle" (which, I hope, by the way, to be an entire book because it could possibly be the most incredible reading experience I will ever have). So, honestly, as a TRUE fan of "The Wheel of Time," I am telling you that if you truely appreciate the Wheel of Time world and the characters involved, you will appreciate "Crossroads of Twilight." It may not be the best book you've ever read, and you may get a little upset with it, but those are the times you need to step away and think about what is actually going on in the series. These pseudo-WOT fans obviously do not understand anything that is going on, because they are to preoccupied with looking for one good reason for this being "the last Robert Jordan book they ever read," which is exactly what they've been saying for the last three books. And yet, the pseudo-WOT fans will still pick up book eleven, and when it is "the One" book to rule them all, will say, "I LOVE ROBERT JORDAN, I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A FAN OF HIS WORK!!!" At that point, we will all look back at their one star reviews and say, "well actually, you wern't.... Sorry sucka!"
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Summary: Does this series have a conclusion?
Review: Does this series have a conclusion? Or, does Robert Jordan intend to keep stringing us along until they, "...nail shut his coffin!" Unless somebody can assure me this isn't a never-ending soap opera, I've bought my last Wheel of Time novel. Robert Jordan is an entertaining author, but my increasing suspicion that there will never be a conclusion to this story is ruining the suspense.
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Summary: Does Mr. Jordan Care?
Review: I read the reviews before going to the bookstore to (not) buy this book. I read the small portion with Rand in it and then I put it back on the shelf.
I have come to believe that Mr. Jordan is merely prolonging the WoT series just to make money. I have long ago revised my opinion of his genius as an author - rather, he's a genius at fooling all his fans and covering up the fact that he doesn't know how to tie up the story and end it; a genius consistently produces quality work.
I still want to see the end of the series, but I am NEVER going to buy another book, in spite of the fact that I have the first nine. I have come to the conclusion that buying the next books will only add to Mr. Jordan's wealth and strengthen his resolve to milk the series for all it's worth. It's obvious from his interview that he does not care about his fans nor does he respect their intellect by producing such a mediocre book.
I have read all the negative reviews (surprised by the good ones) and I'm amazed by the "loyal" fans who insist they will continue to buy the next book in spite of their frustrations with how bad the series has gotten. Don't you realize that by doing so, you are merely encouraging Mr. Jordan to continue in his pursuit of the almigthy dollar, without regard to your views?
A good investor does not continue investing in a failing stock. Why should you? You don't have to completely abandon the series - I still want to see the end, if there is one. I just will not buy the books, but will wait until they have it at my local library.
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Summary: Going nowhere
Review: The whole book was a lot of talk about nothing. I thought the last book did nothing, but I was not prepared for how slow this one moved along. I know that the series has been a money maker for Mr. Jordan and his publisher, but the series has to come to an end at some point. Even if there are four more books, the readers are going to be so bored that no one will be buying them. I thought something really great would happen in this book, but in truth it was just a lot of talk and intrigues. If you read the last book, then you don't really need to read this one to know what is happening in the story line. I really hope the next book is much better, like the early ones were.
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Summary: Yadda, Yadda, Yadda
Review: I agree with all the others who have stated that everything important that happened in this book could be summarized in one concise paragraph. I think Jordan has collapsed under the weight of the mass of characters and plotlines he has created. I was hoping by some Herculean effort, he could resolve something in this book, move forward, bring something to a head. I was wrong.
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Summary: Excruciating
Review: I just finished reading this book and I am pleased that so many others hated it as much as I did. I found myself skimming the pages in hopes of finding something interesting. There is no way one can keep track of all the new characters being introduced and so little happens to those you once cared about. I will not buy anymore books in this series. How can anyone write 10 volumes of this size and not complete a story?
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Summary: Where is all the action
Review: I had to force myself to read this book. After reading the other 9 books, I though I have put in too much time into this series to abandon the whole thing. This story is moving way to slow for me. The good parts of the book are too short. I have decided to wait another 5 or six years when the whole story will be complete and then read the rest of the books. There are other books out there in then mean time.
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Summary: What a waste
Review: I wish there had been an option for no star and I am certainly glad I waited to get this 700 page waste of time from the library rather than buying it. Jordan is going slower and slower in his plot advancement. What am I saying, there is no advancement at all. The only thing happening of note was Egwenes problem at the very end. That's it. The rest of the book discusses hemlines, dress styles, who is jealous of who, and the whole book moves maybe 2 weeks of no one doing anything. I read it, just because I waited 10 weeks to get it available at the library. The only time I have been this let down by hopeful anticipation, was after watching Joe Millionaire. Both a waste of time.
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