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The Fires of Heaven : Book Five of 'The Wheel of Time'

The Fires of Heaven : Book Five of 'The Wheel of Time'

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Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Much improved
Review: 'The Fires of Heaven' is much, much improved from #4 in the series. Jordan completely eliminates every one of his overused phrases from 'TSR'. No more people muttering under their breath or smiling amusedly at another's embarrassment. (Okay, so the women still like to try on different, outrageous clothes in Tel'aran'rhiod..and they're surprised by someone every time, but no one's perfect)

Like all of Jordan's books, this one bogs down a little in the middle..but it's a much shorter period than normal. The action pretty much goes straight throughout. I was left at the end wanting more.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great book
Review: This book, just like the others in this series, is so totally cool, it's colder than absolute zero. The characters are very dynamic, and continue to change as time passes by, evolving from simplistic characters to well-rounded and powerful parts, capable of evoking emotions in any avid reader. The only problem I have with this book is the same one that I have had from the very beginning: All the women in the book act as if they are far superior to the males. I realize that reality, despite the best efforts of most people, is the exact opposite, but the book is still ruined by Jordan's repetitive use of this twist on his reality.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: The Wheel, it just keeps getting better
Review: This is the much anticipated sequel to "The Shadow Rising." Rand has entered Rhuidean and has been marked by two dragons, one for each arm. By coming out of Rhuidean, bearing the dragon marks, Rand fulfills an ancient Aiel prophecy and becomes their Car-a-Carn (Chief of all Chiefs). Eqwene is learning from the Aiel Wise Women how to become a master of The World of Dreams, while passing some knowledge on to her friends Nynaeve and Elayne. Mat begins to find out he has some interesting talents concerning War, and that his memory stretches over many lifetimes.

While each character developes over the book some interesting plot twists keep the book refresing. Through the previous books many things are hinted at and this book provides many answers. If you have read the previous four, then I urge you to read this. It will amaze you, and leave you hanging for Book 6 "Lord of Chaos."

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: The climax of the series thus far; R.J. is a natural storyte
Review: The Wheel of Time series is seriously addictive, and The Fires of Heaven was one of the best. I love how everyone ends up at the same place at the end of all the books; who would've thought that Nyneave and Mogedian would've shown up where they did? I would certainly like to shake Mr. Jordan's hand.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Brilliant, as usual!
Review: I'm a 14 year-old girl with no patience, and let me tell you, I've now finished Book 5 here and I'm on my fourth trip through in five days! I just don't want to put this series down! As you read it, you feel all the emotions of all the characters, from Nynaeve's anxiety about Moghedien to Rand's anger at Ravhin to Mat's desperation to get away from Rand, Lanfear's fury at Rand, everything, and under it all you get a very distinct sense of danger and urgency now that the seals of unbreakable heartstone can be shaved with a knife. This is a total must-read! It's even better than Book 4, and I did not think that was possible! Read it, or weep!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Another masterpiece by a gifted writer
Review: when i read this book, i knew it was gonna b good- it was- so those critics must understand- RJ doesn't write short epics- he does long ones- various opinions, but mine will always be the same for all of RJ's books- EXCELLENT.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Best book in the series
Review: This book had it all. Suprise, happiness, , anger. It had all the emotions necessary for a powerhouse. This was by far the best in Jordans books. The ending came out of nowhere. I love this book.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: best so far in the series
Review: wonderful! after trudging my way through "the shadow rising" (my least favourite in the series) i was worried that this series was going to take a nosedive. thankfully, i was mistaken. this book is by far the most entertaining of the 7 i have read so far. i loved all the little plot twists - also loved the fact that perrin wasn't in it (sorry perrin fans - he's boring!). definitely worth reading!

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Robert Jordan Loses His Touch
Review: Yes...I liked The Eye of the World, The Great Hunt, thought The Dragon Reborn was okay, and thought The Shadow Rising was great, but later everything gets bad. Yes...Robert has lost his touch. HE OVERUSES DETAIL. No, I do NOT care about what dresses Elayne and Egwene are wearing...I care about the characters' feelings. Robert beat the series into oblivion (eight books and still counting?!), unlike David Eddings, who had The Belgariad be only five WONDERFUL books. Robert was great in the beginning, but was unable to hold on, and lapsed into repetetiveness.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: amazing
Review: great book all around. best in the series


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