The Eyes of the Dragon

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Summary: One of King's All-Time Greatest Novels!
Review: King is great in deliverance and devilishly ingenious in execution

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Summary: Wonderfully enchanting... full of real life emotions
Review: Stephen King has proven beyond a doubt that he can write not only horror, but fantasy as well. The Eyes of the Dragon is a remarkable book, one of the best I've ever read. Unlike Pet Semetery or Cujo, this book takes place in the mythical land of Delain, where dragons, wizards, kings and princes all reside. This book isn't just for fantasy lovers though, anyone who likes horror or any of King's other books will probably enjoy this one also. It has a surprising element of horror that is unexpected in a fantasy novel, but not too much that it turns into only a horror story. In fact, it's far from it. From the very start, you get a feel for the characters, especially Sasha, Roland's loving wife and Peter's loving mother. Her manors and edict are that of any mothers (like teaching Peter to always use his napkin) and the sorrows felt throughout Delain when tragedy strikes touch your heart. On the other hand, Flagg, the evil magician, becomes more apparently evil as the story's plot unfolds and becomes more hated by the readers. (One of those you love to hate them kind of characters). Now in books like Pet Semetery, the characters are people you can relate to. The angry husband at the beginning of the story is a lot like many men I've encountered. And Judd, the old man that lives next door, is a kind of man you pass by on the street everyday or stop and talk with for a few minutes on the bus. The same goes for the characters in this book. The sibling rivalry between Prince Peter and Prince Thomas is the basis of what goes on in many homes across the country. Anyone that is the youngest child in a family can probably relate to the way Thomas feels and acts towards his older and more, for lack of a better word, popular brother. His anger or resentment for Peter is understandable. The undying friendship between Ben and Peter is like that of any number of best friends. Even Judge Peyna is not that different from any judge today that tries to get to the bottom of a situation. Sometimes making mistakes, and other times getting it right. Granted, Dragon Sand isn't a common household item, but the story still holds much true to life feelings and emotions. Now on the contrary, much of the plot is far from true to life. Events such as the ones that take place in Cujo, like the dog getting rabies, are much closer to real life scenarios then a dragon being hunted on a king's property, but that's what makes this story so incredible and fun to read. It takes you away from this world, and into another. One that can still be understood and felt by you, but where you imagination can also be set free. I think that's what separates this book from many of the others King has written and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to take a break from this world and enter another.

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Summary: Exceptional piece of work by Mr. King
Review: Not as good as his other work, but not bad at all. Although I like the illustrations by Kenneth Linkous better then illustrations by David Palladini. Kenneth had better affinity with Kings work.

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Summary: This is not only a great story, but a fable for modern times
Review: I have read this book so many times that I have had to buy it twice, this will be my third time. Steven King's writing is not really my style, though he is an excellent author. However, "The Eyes of the Dragon" is a masterpiece. It is not only written in a clear, easy to read manner, but also conveys a lesson which is too often missed in this day and age. The fact is, he writes of virtue, ingenuity and determination. By a shear force of will a young prince fights his way through a battle which lasts for years, but he never gives up and he never gives in to temptation. He never loses faith, no matter how shaky it may have gotten, and in the end wins out over evil. I will read this to my children more as a fable than a fairy tale.

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Summary: Fantastic
Review: This book is EXCELLENT. I agree that even if you don't like Stephen King's work normally, you may still like this one. It is a gripping novel that kept me up all night until I finished. He should consider making it a movie !

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Summary: A Wonderful Tale of Sorcery and Magic!
Review: This book is the greatest book I have ever read! It is a tale of a thrilling friendship between a king and his friends. It is also a tale of revenge for a magician named Flagg. I would recomend this book to anyone eho loves fantasy and magic. Enjoy!!!

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Summary: Great Book !!!
Review: I`ve never read a Steven King book before, but that one was a very thrilling and suspense-packed book. Every scene was described in a very realistic way.

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Summary: Excellent midevil fantasy.............one of my favorites!
Review: I just love the way King intertwines his characters and cities and dimensions! i read this book years ago and still recommend it!

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Summary: a mezmerizing tale of fantasy and sorcery
Review: this book is possibly my favorite of all time. Stephen King uses the sword and socery/fantasy genre, adding his own distinctive,intricate flare. The imagery is vivid, and the book is great to read to childen too. a must read, even if you don't like Stephen King's other titles.

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Summary: Entertaining.....................................
Review: I enjoyed this book! Not deep with story but deep with feeling.