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Summary: Still on strong!
Review: I think that although some people complain about how long theseries is. I actually enjoy it's length and it's depth. At the end ofevery book I am left wanting more. But as far as book 7 goes it gets a nine only because some of the other books were better, especially 5 + 6. I particularily enjoyed the little extras and things which don't make sense now but do when you re-read some of the books. Such as Isam in book 4 and his description in book 2.
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Summary: The Greatest of the Jordan books!
Review: This book was the greatest of all the Robert Jordan books Ihave read. Not only does it start to clean up some of the loose ends,so that Rand is faster on his way to Tarmon Gai'don, it shows us (the readers) why that wound in Rand's side won't go away. Nyneave finally rids herself of her block, and grabs al'Lan with both hands. The delagation sent by Egwene to find the bowl ter'angreal finds the bowl, and comes altogether closer to slapping back the Dark One's hot finger on the world. Mat finally will come face to face with his soon-to-be wife, the Daughter of the Nine Moons. In the end, Rand almost rids himself of Sammael, but with some speculation on my part, Sammael doesn't seem to really die. Jordan leaves some mysterious new characters laying around, such as Moridin, the man who calls himself Death; and Shaidar Haran, the not-quite Myrdraal who can channel the True Source; and the "helper" to Rand with his fight against Sammael. This book was really great in clearing up some questions, but had that Robert Jordan way of creating more. I look for the next book with great expectations. Hopefully, Robert Jordan will finish this series before he dies!!
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Summary: Don't make assumptions unless you've talked to the king.
Review: Well, I guess if you tried to sum up Robert Jordan's series in one word or idea, then you are missing the whole point. Robert Jordan's series is based on characterization, and minute sub-plots and details. It can't be judged from one view or guidline because of it's sheer size and complexity. Do not doubt Robert Jordan's Dedication to this project. Every book he writes, every chapter he writes, has been carefully planned and weighted. He is trying to create the bigggest, most wonderful fantasy world ever, and in my opinion, he is succeeding. Do not doubt that he will end it with a bang; the end has been written and rewritten for the past ten years. A Crown of Swords was a brilliant book, following in the grand tradition of the Series. Of course there will be complaints, he's not perfect, and not every part of the story can appeal to all the millions of readers out there, but so far, he has done better that any other author....Ever
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Summary: Very good, but it's not for everyone
Review: Ok, the book had good and bad points. First I wish people would stop whining about length. Description is nothing that can't be skimmed through-if you don't want to read about scenery, don't. Nyneave and her braid-SO?? Her braid pulling is something that sets her apart, makes her unique. THe Forsaken-these aren't street bullies-they are the upmost evil, only surpassed by the Dark One. You can't expect Rand to just blow them away with one shot. Bad points-Robert needs to explain some things here-if the Forsaken are lose, why don't they just show up in Camelyn and nuke Rand while his back is turned? There has to be something stopping them. And of course, I didn't pay 30 bucks so Sammuel MIGHT be dead. The action should have been better in the Shayol Guol scene. But the end left you hanging for what is gonna happen with Morgase, Perrin Faile and Berelain, Mat and Olver, and Elayne Nyn. and the rest of the Aes Sedia. Despite some problems with plot, this is a series I am proud to read
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Summary: Not as bad as some of you seem to think...
Review: I only started reading the Wheel of Time series about 6 weeks ago, and I was fortunate to be able to read them all back-to-back. I think most of the negative comments people had about this book derived from the fact that they were waiting 14 months to read it, and felt let down. I didn't have that kind of wait (though I do now, for "The Path of Daggers") so I'm a lot less disappointed.
Crown of Swords did a lot to further many of the plots we have seen developing over the last 6 books. A lot of questions have been answered, and a few (just a few) more have been raised.
The Seanchan finally make a decisive move at Ebou Dar, the Forsaken look like they're getting their act together and enough of the armies and renegade Aes Sedai and rogue channelers have been introduced to make moves against the White Tower inevitable.
It wasn't as much as a rollercoaster ride as book 4 or book 5, but then, realistically, that sort of pace can't be maintained forever. Consider "A Crown of Swords" to be the calm before the storm. After all, that's how the book ends. With those words... "A storm is coming. A storm is coming."
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Summary: Have I read this book or not? Do I care?
Review: I was a fan. I could almost keep track of the action early on, and even the inaction in the later volumes. Yikes, I checked this our from the library, but I can't remember if I even read it. None of the 7 is nearly as good as the best of the Thomas Covenant series, and reading the worst is like taking an mild overdose of tranquilizers - you don't remember what happened, and you don't care
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Summary: Very good detail and plots.
Review: The Wheel of Time series is the perfect fantasy novel. This isthe most recent book (he has not ended the series!!) and though manypeople thinks he just adds more loose strings I think I gets better and better. There is no problem. He will easliy tie the loose strings together. He already knows the ending (so I guess he knows how to tie the plots together). I think R.J likes plots and therefore loves to hold us on our toes by complicating them. It takes long time for R.J to write a book, but he does it very well. This book has a rating 10 because it just is wonderfull. The series (read the whole serie) would have a rating 15-20 or something.
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Summary: Robert Jordan and Terry Goodkind RULE!!!!!
Review: Terry Goodkind wrote the Wizards First Rule(if you have neverheard of him I suggest you read one of his books).These 2 authors outmatch the greatest of the greats. Robert Jordans Wheel of time series has more depth than any series I have ever read. Only problem (which is minor) is that he takes to long to come out with a book. It is also true that he summarizes to much in the beginning to recapture what has accured in past books. This can be a bit tedious when reading the books one after the other, but because of the gaps in between release dates in can come in handy. In short, if you havn't read the Wheel of time series...... DO!! Even though you may wish to wait until all of them are out....... P.S. ( I only gave it a 9 because it took so long to get out...... and Terry Goodkind's has him a little beat..... even though Jordan has more books out to keep you entertained longer..... )
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Summary: A dissapointing book for a great series
Review: Ok, I've read the "Wheel of Time" books, and they'reoverall pretty spectacular. There is tons of foreshadowing andsubplots and characters, but I gor to say that enough is enough! This book does nothing but create more loose ends to tie up. What's more, if Jordan did try to end this monster in an eighth book, it would leave too many questions unanswered. This is a great series, but a person needs a compilation guide and access to the web pages just to keep track ok the characters.
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Summary: A transition book.
Review: As usual, once you start reading you can't stop. But it doesnot furthur the plot as much as tie some loose ends up.
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