A Crown of Swords (The Wheel of Time, Book 7)

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Summary: Another World...
Review: Perhaps what frustrates and at the same time endears people to this series is that Jordan has created the closest possible thing to another world. It does not always work the way we want it to and is not always filled with action scenes or neat conflict resolutions. It doesn't take one day to find a bowl in a city so why should it only take one page? I'm not saying it's perfect; characters are extremly developed in some aspects one dimensional in others... but considering what Jordan has already given us I don't have time to ask for more, I'm too busy enjoying what there is. I can't wait for the next book even if it's five years from now; there's certainly enough to go over in the seven books there are and I'ld rather a long wait then a book less than the best Jordan can offer.

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Summary: MORE MORE MORE...
Review: Ohhh... this is one great book. Due to the supply at my library this was the THIRD of the series that I read and I loved it. Then I went back, read all the others, read this one again and same reaction. A point for the whole Wheel of Time series: I am a very fast reader and can read most books in less than a day. (I'm not exaggerating) I hardly ever buy books, I read them in the shop or get them from the library. This is the first series that I did buy, even after reading them all. Robert Jordan, congratulations, you have set a record! After reading a whole lot of reviews I want to comment on various people's complaints. 1) The characters are immature - Of course they are, most of them are still in their teens. They are young men and women forced to grow up and are doing better than most of the adults in their work, but this does not erase the fact that they ARE young. 2) The books are getting boring - No they're not, end of subject. 3) The gaps between books are too long - Do you want quantity or quality? If you think you can do a better job, go ahead and try. I do have one quibble, though. Maybe because of being rushed, Jordan is neglecting some of his characters. In the first few books Nynaeve was one of my favourites, but in ACOS and parts of the others she is getting stereotyped. We know she argues with Elayne and Mat, no need to repeat it all the time! Mat himself is getting boring with his evading responsibility - Although the scenes with Queen Tylin were funny. And I loved that part where Elayne gets the better of all the Aes Sedai and Kin in the place... Conclusion: This is the best fantasy series I've read in some time, maybe ever, and considering how fast I read that says a lot. Keep writing, RJ, you're doing great.

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Summary: RJ could have done better.
Review: After reading this book, I feel as if something has been left out and that I was cheated. I think this comes from reading the other 6 books in the series which make book 7 pale in comparison to them. This book does drag on a bit and could use more excitement like Rand battleling a forsaken, aiel fighting aiel, etc, etc. I by no means want to see a book cover to cover filled with battles but those types of things do break up the monotony of the long drawn out plots that RJ seems so fond of. In conclusion.. while not as great as any of the others this book is still a must buy for any WoT or Jordan fan.

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Summary: Robert Jordan-A Crown of Swords
Review: Robert Jordan does it again! One of the most premier authors in the epic fantasy genre gives his widespread and dedicated audience another masterpiece. Jordan uses his attention to detail to keep readers wrapped up in his books. Although we have been awaiting the arrival of a new book with patience, this book will give us something to chew on for a while. Josh Ellis,(Durango Colorado)

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Summary: Why Read it then?
Review: I'm surprised at complaints as to the length of the series, considering those that complain have also read all seven books. If it's too long, stop reading! (as others have said as well) Personally, I enjoy Jordan's drawn out style (get my money's worth). If you're the kind of person that likes to pay twenty-five dollars for a two hundred page book, fine. I'd rather pay the same twenty-five and get 600 to 800 pages of complex dramatic, humourous, engaging reading.

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Summary: Running out of gas.
Review: With any lengthy series you must expect some form of deterioration in regards to quality. As is the case with Jordan's "A Crown of Swords." But I didn't expect it to fall so dramatically. The editing was dreadful and the plot had little to be desired. Jordan seems to have lost interest in finishing this series or he hasn't been spending the time on this series that he should be because of other obligations. The first couple of books in this series were so good that I literally couldn't put them down. This book was just the opposite. I read it just to pass some time. The only thing that saved this book from getting a zero on my chart was Jordan's ability to make the words jump right out and give me a vivid picture in my mind. Unfortunately I have this need (more like a curse in this case) to finish reading a series to the end. The way things look it seems I am going to be living through a slow death. I was truly disappointed with this book.

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Summary: a brilliant novel in keeping with the previous 6
Review: not a book but a world . what else is there to say except please hurry up with no. 8

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Summary: Why do I prefer Jordan over Tolkien? No stinking Hobbits!
Review: There is a lot going on in this series. While this book was a little on the slower side compared to the rest in the series, many foundations are clearly being built. The White Cloak Army, Aiel, The Black Tower, The Seanchan, The TWO White Towers, The Fanatics, Logain (what fame did Min see in his future?),Mat has an army, Perrin has an army, which chick will Rand choose? or all three?!(how's that for potntially awesome reading?!) All these elements so craftily built, and the fuse is lit! Jordan has laid out some potential confrontations that could end this series like a straight-flush, ace-high, with a hairy pot! Note: I am extremely harsh in my ratings!

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Summary: Good, but a little slow paced
Review: I have vastly enjoyed reading the whole series, but it seems we have to wait a very long time for anything significant to happen. I keep reading book after book and am hooked, I will have to read the whole series, but it makes me a little leary of every getting started in another of Jordans future series.

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Summary: Too many loose ends, vague references and missing characters
Review: Just when things were starting to get really good Jordan writes a mediocre book (Crown of Swords). It almost seems as if he's gotten bored with the series, and such a great series deserves more attention, and respect to its readers. I am definitely interested in the coming book but will not run out to buy the hard cover.