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Summary: what is this??
Review: I can't even bring myself to chapter two, that is how much i hated chapter one. if a book doesn't get me interested after chapter one, forget it. I give up.
I was very disappointed in this, I liked Interview w/ a Vampire and thought I'd read something scary in lieu of Halloween being so close by.
This is just pure drivel. I had the book for three years before I picked it up to read it. It was a gift. thank god i didn't spend money on this terrible book. I don't know what she is talking about in it, it's like reading a text book..boring!
skip this if you want something scary...this will put you to sleep.
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Summary: Another well spun tale in a new area for Anne Rice
Review: Servant of the Bones is the story of Azriel, as told to the 'narrator' of the story. From his early days in Babylon with his Hebrew family, to his personal god Marduk, and to ultimately, his betrayal by those he loves in life to become the Servant of the Bones. We follow Azriel the spirit as he grows and learns through time seeing many of the great tragedies of this world such as the Black Plague. He speaks of his succession of 'masters' through time, those both good and bad, although his memory is far from complete. All through modern time, where the story turns as it's partially about Azriel and partially about the villian Gregory Belkin who is another cult leader with visions of being the next Alexander the Great. This is the point where Azriel first has to make decisions for himself. And, ultimately how his judgement will pass, as he's learning constantly. In a way, this is an area left untouched by Anne Rice in her prior novels, and while some people are quick to write this novel off by unfairly comparing it to the Vampire Chronicles, or even the Mayfair Witches....Servant of the Bones stands on it's own with it's unique view of historical events, with a religious slant, while taking a sublime aim at 'cult' religions in modern days. I immensely enjoyed this book, and would highly recommend it to someone who enjoys Anne Rice's work without pigeonholing her into the aforementioned Vampire Chronicles and Mayfair Witch series'.
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Summary: Servant of the Bones
Review: I truly loved "Servant of the Bones" I became so engrossed with Azriel and all of his masters. I did not want to put it down it had a lot electricity in all the characters that kept you coming back for more. I have read several of Anne Rice books and I can honestly say I am ready to read more of this beautiful angel, genii or ghost Azriel.
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Summary: An Historic Epic
Review: This is one of Anne Rice's most under appreciated under rated novels. The historical elements alone deserve at least three stars. I found the story and characters moving as any of her vampire novels. Maybe having a BA History, my opinion is bias. I didn't find the beginning long or boring either as one reviewer mentions. The descriptions of Babylon and the Persian Empire were as informing as any textbook I had to read through; given the license of fictionalizing a historical character i.e. Cyrus the Great. You can't understand a character who was alive in the 5th century BC without learning about the world they lived in. Surpassing Ramses the Damned in detail an imagery this is probably her best novel to date.
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Summary: All Hail, Queen Anne!
Review: This was the book that got me hooked on Anne Rice! She is incredible in taking you through the emotions of Azreil and the supporting characters, the historical accuracies, and Pagan legend details. If you are not a student of the occult, it may be hard for you to follow, but for those who are, you will not only enjoy the gut wrenching story, but you will appreciate the accuracies of details of Pagan legends, the Necromicon, and Jewish mysticism. If you are looking for light reading, you have not found it here. But if you love the occult, excellent descriptive writing, and attention to details, you will love Servant of the Bones! My hat is tipped to you Anne Rice, keep them coming!
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Summary: GREAT AT THE BEGINNING ~ FAULTERS NEAR THE END
Review: I have read some, not all, but some of Anne Rice's novels. So I can't justly compare this particular book to many of her all time best. But what I can tell you is this. 'Servent Of The Bones' is lush with great pose and great charectors. The only thing I think is wrong with this book and a big thing at that, is that this novel should have been made as a series. It simply jumps to fast from one time to the next, from one era to the next, and the reader never really catches up. The beginning is fantastic, with a detailed review of the main charectors, Azriel, life and times. Dawning with the Babalonian era right through to present day New York. But that's just it, the novel simply is too rushed. I didn't like the ending of the novel and think that this would have been a better investment of time had it been more of an historical account of such, not so much about what it became about toward the end...if that makes any sense(?) But I like the premise of it. A man who worships a God, who is then made in to that God, and becomes a dark demon only to be brought forth by uttering the name 'The Servent Of The Bones'. Fantastic story, but it ends there. If it sounds confusing it isn't, and Rices vast knowledge of the English language provides supple opportunity for the reader to fully understand what it is she is trying to say. Anyhow, not too bad, but not overly great... Three Out Of Five
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Summary: Not one of Rice's best books.
Review: I did not find this novel nearly as interesting as many of her others. I would recommend any of the Mayfair books or Vampire Chronicles over this.
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Summary: Deep and Powerful
Review: This is another example of Rice showcasing history with the powerful spotlight only a novelist can bring. The characters are deep and solid. The only flaws are the cliche 'you can't be in two places at once Superman!' climax and Rice giving away her political leanings by blessing the entire protest movement of the left in the 60s and 70s as 'non-violent' by ignoring such as the 'Weatherman' or the bombing of the Bank of America. Otherwise its dead accurate (no pun intended) in its portyal of power and deception over historical and personal scales and the very real terror of cults and the right that we have recently witnessed. A good 'long view' novel that deserves to be placed in the hands of many young people instead of the insipid "Harry Potter" series.
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Summary: Really enjoyed this trip into her world.
Review: I must admit that I have been a long time fan of the Vampire books. I haven't read a lot of other things by Rice, I tried the first book of the Witches and just didn't care enough. I did read the Mummy, and enjoyed it. Then came this one. It fell into my lap by accident and I really thought "Oh goodie, another Rice book...." Not thrilled. But then I started reading. I don't understand how anyone could say the first part of the book lagged at all. I was captured from the first page. I am still reading it and enjoying every moment of it. As with the Vampire books, the homoeroticism is rich in this title. Az is of course beautiful to behold, affectionate to the point of erotic, and her eye for detail spends time on the dark hairs on both his arms and his chest. How could I not love this book? The story itself is rich in emotion and the plot has, thus far, gone along with a clippers pace. I would love to see more of this Angel of Might in future books. As I would also love to see The Mummy again sometime soon. His mention in QUeen Of The Damned was just simply not enough!! Thank you Anne.
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Summary: Disappointing
Review: Rice is a brilliant writer, and her style and ideology is always brilliant, playfully convoluted, and alluring. So why was this book so lifeless and difficult to read? I struggled through the first part, as I have never done with any other contemporary novel (technical manuals, Middle English literature yes), and where was the payoff? At least when I struggled through Dante and The Canterbury Tales, I could at least brag about my accomplishment ;) I will view this book as an experiment and forget it ever happened.
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