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Summary: Probably THE greatest fictional account on the Mexica !
Review: As a native of Mexico, I have always been fascinated by our pre-columbian history, over the years I have read many accounts on the subject, and clearly Mr. Jennings must have read some of those same Books ! he did such a great job in research for his magnificant novel . I have sometimes wondered if the writer for " Forrest Gump" had just finished reading "Aztec" when he came up with his story,.... just a thought..
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Summary: One of the best books I've ever read.
Review: From the heights of Mixtli's successes to the depths of his tragedies, this book captures you and does not let go. Almost impossible to put down!
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Summary: Best book about aztecs
Review: After reading some novels about the aztec culture, this is the one I still like the best.
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Summary: Probably one of the most enjoyable books I've ever read.
Review: From start to finish, I couldn't put this book down! Mr. Jennings definately "did his homework." This book gave me a new perspective on the plight of the Mexican Indians. I've often felt empathy towards the Indians of North America during the "era of discovery", but never really gave much thought to what was going on south of the border. Mr. Jennings made everything so believable and real. I felt I was actually living the life of Mixtli - Dark Cloud. I felt myself growing up and growing old with Mixtli as he recounted his life. I didn't want this book to end...I can't wait to read the sequel!!!
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Summary: Awsomely detailed account of aztec life in general
Review: If you have any interest in the history of the Aztecs, this book is indispensible. To put my impressions into words, This is the best book ever written about them. You really feel that you live along with the main character, Mixtli. Gary Jennings deserves far greater praise than mine for his novels...I have read Aztec,Raptor,and The Journeyer (sp?), and been blown away by their wondrous attention to detail every time. I only wish I could encourage him firsthand instead of blathering on the internet. All personal considerations aside, I would encourage everyone with an interest in history to check out his novels... You will be unable to put them down...literally!
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Summary: The most colourful, wonderful and truthful book I ever read
Review: Aztec was an experience in reading, history and knowledge. It is a story which stands out even if you glorify the faults in the book. The courage of Jennings as an author to offend the sensibilities of rogue Christians is difficult to ignore. It is one book, and perhaps the only book that educated me beyond my endurance, and supported my long standing anger against religious colonization. I thank Jennings for his gift of Aztec to our world. Anyone, or only those who can shamelessly accept the truth, may read this book otherwise they would only end up in disgorging their intolerant reviews. Gary Jennings is great for all times to come.
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Summary: A let-down, given the raves received.
Review: The writing was uninspiring and demonstrated the author's complete obsession with sex. Graphic depictions of sex acts among characters with whom the reader does not identify did not serve to enhance the plot, but managed only to divert attention from the more appealing elements of the narrative - descriptions of the historical society of the Aztecs and the Spanish conquerers. The review of Stuart Mirsky (please read above) is accurate.
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Summary: PUT ALL WORK AND PLAY ASIDE,THIS ONE WILL MAKE YOU FORGET
Review: AS A HISTORY BUFF, NEVER HAD I READ A BOOK SO ENJOYABLE AS AZTEC. GARY JENNINGS LITERALLY TAKES THE READER ON A JOURNEY SO MAGNIFICENT AND ADVENTUROUS THAT THE READER WILL REFUSE TO COME BACK.FROM HIS BOYISH DAYS IN MILITARY SCHOOL TO HIS OWN PERSONAL ACOUNT OF THE SPANISH CONQUEST, MIXTLI DOES WHAT EVERY MAN DREAMS ABOUT. THE WOMEN, ADVENTURE, MONEY, AND THE LOVE FOR A WOMAN THAT ONLY EXIST IN BOOKS. YOU WILL REMEMBER DARK CLOUD FOR YEARS TO COME. NO MOVIE REQUIRED, IT COULD NOT BE DONE.
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Summary: A worthwhile commitment!
Review: Jennings has a wonderful style of taking you through, not only generations but very detailed generations. He gives you a very real sense of the people and culture that he is writing about. You come away with a very complete view of the topic at hand.
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Summary: A Good Story Infront of A Very Interesting Background
Review: I liked reading this book and did not put it down till I was through to the end. It is very interesting, as the author has described the fascinating world of the Aztecs very well and with a lot of deep knowledge. I kind of felt right there among them, really living and feeling with Mixtli, the main character. However, there is a bit too much porno (not romance!) for my taste. I did love this book while I was reading it, and, because I am really interested in the pre-Columbian cultures, I went out to find similar novels about similar topics and found out that there are even better books out there - I recommend the following book to everyone who is interested in Aztecs, Incas, etc. "The Incas" by Daniel Peters.
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