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Summary: It was a great book, but i was not happy with the ending
Review: I was pleased to recieve R.Jordans newest novel in the Wheel of Time series
but I must admit I was let down conserning the ending. I enjoyed growing with Rand and the fellow characters, it just seems that maybe Mr. Jordan didn't have his heart in
it this time. I eagerly await his book 8 to this series but I hope he writes the way he
wrote in his first 6 novels to the Wheel of Time series. My over all rating of this latest
novel in T.W.T series is good but a great let down in the end
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Summary: Good Work.....again.....
Review: I am very new to Robert Jordan's books......actually I got all 7 in one week and spent lots of time reading it all.....but I gotta say this.....I love them all....and why is everbody complaining?
Comparing this to "The Lord of The Rings"? That series is good...but it lack many things...such as a good ending...all I have to say is he wrote a awesome series...and I will keep waiting.
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Summary: A Crown of Swords
Review: When I first started reading Robert Jordan I didn't expect much out of the ordinary. But when I got into the intrigue and the complexity of the series I was astonished. I have never read anything that comes even close to creating such a "real" world when it comes to politics, war, powers and love. The 7th book in the series didn't make me disappointed at all. I read through this brick in a couple of days and found myself shocked over how soon I finished it. I can't wait to read book eight. In the series we follow Rand Al'Thor - The dragon Reborn and his struggles against the Dark one aswell as against his own followers. Everybody wants a piece of him and he sees advesaries where ever he turns. In the first book we came to know Rand, Mat, Perrin, Elayne, Moiraine and Lan. (And a whole bunch of others which the story doesn't circle around) In this part(the 7th) Rands powers have increased considerably and does so throughout the continuing battles of Rand. I strongly recommend all readers to feast your eyes on this author. You don't have to be a fantasy fan to enjoy this book to the fullest. It appeals all type of readers, since it simply has it all
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Summary: And it goes on and on and on...
Review: Complexity, relationships, good characters: these were things all the things Robert Jordan's first books shared. Unfortunately, it now all seems to be unraveling. While the book began well, it quickly rolled down hill. Rand is becomimng one of the most annoying, obnoxious, and arrogant creeps that ever walked the face of this (or that) planet. Worse then that, he's allowing his arragonce to make him stupid. I'm mean, who really thinks Sammael's dead? I'm writing all this because Rand was my favorite character, and that is why it bothers me so much. Rand was a great person: he cared about people, and he did what he had to do. Now he's really losing it to his mood swings. As for his relationship with Min... It's better left unsaid. I love to see how an inteligent woman becomes a whiney little - slut? It's rather interesting. Now all we have to so is wait till Elayne shows up. Guess what will happen next. If RJ ruines that relationship, too, it only proves my theory that men have no sense of what goes on in women's minds.
Also, many plot twist were raised in the fifth and sixth book that were never resolved. I hoped to finaly find out what is going on with Lord Luc and Slayer, and what about Mazrim Tiam? Is he trustworthy or not? Is he Demandred?
I hate reading 700 pages only to find that NONE of this stuff has been resolved. I'm waiting for the 8th book now, but my faith has been sorely tried. Come on, Jordan! Shape up
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Summary: Please let this end
Review: In Tolkein's books there are subplots, stretches of character development that do not involve apocalyptic battles, and little unfinished businesses that leave you wondering "what if". These elements are also present in Mr. Jordan's books. Unfortunately while one can remember almost all of Tolkein's characters, plots, sub plots, battles, allegories and landscape, only a few salient details of Mr. Jordan's books remain memorable through the interminable course of his series.
Those readers faithfully purchasing each of Mr. Jordan's books when they appeared in hard cover, due to the fact that his first three books showed such promise, should be credited with a great deal of faith . That promise has not been realized. His most recent book is an indication of a writer who has lost his vision. The original thrust of his plot has deteriorated into multiple competing sub plots with a plethora of unnecessary characters that are, at best, loosely linked together. There has also been a considerable dilution of the strength of the characters. One begins to wonder if it would not be better to separate the stories of the three friends that made up the core of this series into three separate series. This approach has proven to be successful, at least for a short while, for successful television sitcoms and soap operas.
Without a doubt Mr. Jordan has produced a prodigious amount of writing during this series. One would hope that if writer's fatigue or greed has fueled this sorry excuse for a novel, his gentle readers' reactions would encourage him to either wait and publish a book that encourages his readers to continue purchasing the series or bring the series to a quick and merciful death. One fears that that the saga, so brilliantly begun, will be spun into a literary limbo. Either option mentioned above would be preferable to the current situation
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Summary: One thing about The Crown of Swords is that it is the best!
Review: I absolutely love the wheel of time! I have read all the books over and over again. The Crown of Swords was as great as the rest, which means it was awesome! I could not put any of these books down no matter how many times I have read them. I sit in suspense for the continuation of Rand, Mat, Perrin and the rest. I could tell you about the characters in this book like they were my closest friends. The plot draws you into all of it so deeply you feel as though you are there. I have laughed, cried, rejoiced, and felt every other possible feeling when reading this book! I can not wait for the next book to come out even if it is the last. All good things do come to an end. In this case it is the best of things must come to an end unfortunately! My advice to all is to READ THESE BOOKS
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Summary: Epic. A reunion with old friends.
Review: I have been a Robert Jordan fan since I picked up THE
EYE OF THE WORLD many moons ago. Jordan masterfully weaves
fact and fiction into each of his novels. His characters are each unique and discernable in such ways that each novel is like a reunion with friends. His 7th book in THE WHEEL
OF TIMES Series is no different. The action is constant, and characters that one thought
long gone, return with determination in a theatric fashion.
He is one of the few male fanatsy writers that put power and importance behind female characters. His deeply woven plot (which remains constant since book one!), detail of characters persona,
and use of historical allusions, makes this one of the best of his series. As with any master storyteller, Jordan leaves a piece of himself with the turning of every page. A must read
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Summary: A Flaw in the Pattern
Review: The first 5 books of this series were amazing,but things started slacking off around the time 100 new characters and subplots were introduced.ACOS made an absorbing,humorous read, though I wanted to kill RJ for totally destroying Rand`s relationship with Min(He just summarized her feelings,his feelings,and put them together--subtle!),and it was only when I was left staring stupidly at the last page that I realized that NOTHING HAPPENED.The entire book was a loose breeze,with all the major events taking place in the last 20 pages--out of 700! Another fascinating discovery I made upon finishing this book is that Robert Jordan`s women get on my nerves.They`re all the same (except Nynaeve):obsessed with power,how stupid men are,and how beautiful the men they`re in love with are.Believe it or not,Robert Jordan,MEN do not occupy 100% of our mental struggles.Furthermore,the scenes with Tylin were NOT funny.She`s at least sixty,and rape is never funny,no matter which way it goes. Maybe this isn`t too apparent from what I`ve written,but I love the series,the characters and RJ`s writing style,and I only hope this last work was the result of a serious writers` block.Have pity Robert Jordan....
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Summary: Plotline is advanced another step
Review: The main reason the Wheel of Time series is so long and drawn out seems to be because Robert Jordan is indulging in the luxury of detailing everything to death including that which can't possibly be important. Granted, Crown of Swords does advance the plot somewhat: Nynaeve finally broke her block, and Rand has both conquered Illian and the Sea Folk. But I feel that a lot more could have been said. Instead we're "treated" to Queen Tylin's "seduction" of Mat (which was at least a bit vulgar, seeing as how it was done at knife point), not to mention detailed examinations of women's dresses and how men and women can't understand each other. What is this, Melrose Place? Things which are important, strangely, seem to be lower on the priority ladder such as the finding of that damned Bowl, the result of which is that there isn't any room left to reveal Mat's fate in Ebou Dar or to even show the use of the bowl. I guess I'll just have to give Jordan the benefit of the doubt and hope he has something sensible planned, concerning the Bowl and other things. And granted, the return of the Seanchan and Perrin in Ghealdan both look promising as setups for important revelations in the next volume. I just hope RJ keeps his narration of layered petticoats, plumply pretty women, and foolish wetlander customs to the barest possible minimum. Otherwise at his current rate, another minimum of 7 books seems likely
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Summary: Excellent as always but a change in focus is needed
Review: I have enjoyed every book in the Wheel of Time series, including this one, more than any other book i've read in years. It is imaginative, descriptive, exciting and just plain wonderful. One thing that frustrates me is reading about so many characters. I believe that it is good to have many characters and to go into a lot of detail but the main character is Rand and therefore there should be more time spend on him. Other than that i can not think of a single thing to complain about. My complements to Robert Jordan on a brilliant novel
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