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Summary: I've read it atleast five times!
Review: I thought this book was wonderfully written and well thought out. The author must have been vey knowledgable about the various versions of the legend and much of the history of early Britain; I very much appreciated the research that went into the writing of the book.
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Summary: It's a great book. Leave it at that.
Review: This book is a retelling of the Arthurian romance. I've read many Arthurian collections, and while Mists is very unusual, it sticks to the mythology well. Is it historically accurate? Probably not. Do I care? Not in the least! It was an enjoyable book, though a bit long. I really enjoyed it, and it is one of my favorite books. For you bitter cynics out there, go elsewhere for the all-encompassing run of the mill Arthurian legends, but if you want a fresh perspective that is enjoyable to read, this is probably a good book for you.
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Summary: a MAGIC book (really, MAGIC)
Review: Nothing to say, this is simply one of the best book ever written, i'll never forgot the main charachter: Morgana..., it's part of me
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Summary: I had no idea this book was so well-loved.
Review: I'm a fan of Sherri S. Tepper and Tad Williams. Someone mentioned that "Mists of Avalon" would be the best of both worlds: a long, detailed story with an amazing scope and amazing characters, and a feminist theme to carry it along. Just so you know, I read it ignorant of all the hype. I was skeptical of the "3 Months on the New York Times Best Seller List!" sticker on the front. Round about chapter 18 I was joking with my husband that it stayed on the list that long only because that's how long it takes to READ the blasted thing. Needless to say, I wandered to a stop before I reached chapter 20. I never even made it halfway.Writing: Dull, lifeless, unevocative, boring. Characters: Unpredictable, poorly motivated. Story: Nothing good to say. (I don't know the original Arthurian legend from a Beatrix Potter tale. Maybe that would have helped me.) Feminist theme: Excellent in terms of spotlighting how the men treat the women and what men's expectations of women are. Poor for the trite depiction of the priestesses and the constant ridiculously over-dramatic references to the Goddess. (Elizabeth Hand plays a better song with "Waking the Moon" -- go try that one.) Religious Theme: Christians = bad. Got it. Despite the fact this book was a waste of my time, it obviously wasn't a waste of time for a thousand others. (Check out the reviews here. Can you believe it?) So I'll moderate my thumbs-down with an acknowledgement that this book has impressed and entertained many people, and that counts for something. (Right?)
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Summary: a great book
Review: A great book.Utter perfection of showing the differences between the Old Ways and the new.Wonderful storyline.Five stars at the least.A must read for all fantasy lovers.Should be read by all,no matter what religion.A great escape.
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Summary: Well written, but distasteful socio-religious agenda
Review: Marion Zimmer Bradley's novel of Arthurian Britain is undoubtably well-written, but is made one step above repugnant by the heavy-handed feminist, anti-christian story lines. The only men not condemned by Zimmer-Bradley are simpering druids who allow themselves to be dominated by the oh-so-wise priestesses of Avalon. And every Christian is portrayed as either a brutish, opressive lout (if male) or a submissive yet jealous shrew (if female). Arthur himself, far from being a heroic warrior king, is portrayed as a weakling torn between his Christian (in name only) wife, and his pagan sister. If you're looking for Arthurian historical fantasy that is not filled with ridiculous neo-modern tripe, go read Stephen Lawhead's excellent Pendragon cycle.
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Summary: Better than 5 stars
Review: The BEST book!!! There's nothing more to say; I could never do it justice. This book is a part of me, and it always will be.
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Summary: Read this book!! YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK!
Review: Excelent book, the best by this author. The book is SO good, you might never want to finish it. If a book could have a soul, this one would have an enlightened one. Don't miss the glorious experience of reading a really fine book. Buy this book now I tell you, it may be what your doctor wanted to prescribe agaist dullness.
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Summary: Outstanding, finally a female perspective of a great legend!
Review: How can you write a review of a book that you can not put down and do it justice? I felt as if I were taking each step with the characters in this book. Never have I been so completely pulled into the life and adventures of a character as I was with Mists of Avalon! Hooray, finally a view of an acient legend from a female point-of-view. I have now read Lady of Avalon and The Forest House, both creative books in their own right. I wait (not so patiently)for the next book in the continuing sega of Avalon.
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Summary: Spellbinding, got lost in it and I didn't want to return!
Review: I felt each character as if I were actually her and could see everybody's point of view as my own. This book covers the life span of many, but specifically one heroin. I was so immersed in the wonderful book that by the time I was done reading it, I felt as though I were as old as the main character, and that I'd lived a hundred years. Definitely a book for everyone to read.
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