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Summary: Persective is important
Review: I have been a reader of fantasy for some time now. I have also been reading reviews by readers for sometime as well. One thing that is blatantly obvious is that people put far to much importance on Fantasy writing. Simply put, Fantasy writing is usually based on an author's particular views, and their associations with history and mythology, blended together(the names have been changed to protect the innocent). And emerges under the guise of Escapist literature. I will not criticise people's positive reviews of books that they have read, because their opinion is certainly valid for the context in which it is written. My issue is with the negative reviews that seem to be motivated by anger, like they have been personally insulted by the author for making them read their book. Why all of this emotion, get over it. You probably would've wasted the time somewhere else. Maybe it helps to vent I don't know. I find it amusing that most of the negative reviewers cannot put together a cohesive paragraph let alone, 982 pages. I would love to see them attempt writing a novel. It is easy to throw rocks from down below. I think people need to remember that Fantasy is not created for a religious experence, it isn't meant to give spiritual enlightment about the world, it is meant to entertain, nothing more-nothing less. Onto the book. The Stone of Tears did resolve a little to quickly in the end, and I didn't care for that Sisters of Light portion very much-rather dull in my opinion. The bulid up; however, was very interesting, and I personally liked the darker elements, I admit it. I am tired of reading about the same old villans commiting the same crimes, Goodkind's villans seem to mimic the perversity and violence in our own world. Perhaps that is why some people have a problem with it, because once you are reminded of the attrocities in your own world the story is no longer an affective means of escape. I recommend this series for what it is, a non-groundbreaking enjoyable fantasy with a dash of the cold realities of evil. Try to ignore the irritating characters, though none match the most irritating character of all Nynaeve from Wheel of Time.
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Summary: Sword of Truth
Review: The entire series is the best I have ever read. Mr. Goodkind's stories just seemed to draw me in. All the hardships and joys they went through made me fell as though I was actually in the story watching everything happen. I mean it was so good I thought I actually had all the sensory functions.
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Summary: This is the best book, series, and author ever!
Review: This book is one of five of the best books I have ever read.The others being Wizards First Rule, Blood of the Fold,Temple of the Winds,and Soul of the Fire.The books are so good that you feel like you know Richard and Kahlan after reading only a few pages.Terry Goodkind did such a good job a the series that if I didn't know that he had to write another one, I would try to keep the series going by writing it myself (lol).Well, all in all, get the book because it is the best one you will ever read.
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Summary: Another Great Book
Review: I have just finished reading Stone Of Tears and I have to say this it is as good,if not better,than Wizards First Rule. Both books move at a lightening pace and there are surprises at every turn. The characters are flesh and blood and not some cardboard cutouts that seem to plague most books. You really feel for Richard and the rest of the gang as they go on their separate journeys. I will warn you though,these books are dark,with a surprising amount of graphic violence and sexuality,they are not for children. Surprisingly the darkness of the books actually works,it does not repulse as one might imagine but adds to the story and the ultimate "light" it lends to the characters at the end. If you are considering starting this series by all means do so. It is well worth your time. Looking forward to reading Blood Of The Fold,which I have just purchased. Keep them coming Mr Goodkind!
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Summary: The origins of epic...
Review: Goodkind's second novel is a compelling piece of storytelling, full of all one could desire in an epic. Be warned, however- this tale is not for the weak of mind. A reader without the capacity to recognize the oh-so-subtle allegories woven into the tale might find the novel lengthy and dull; its charm is in its subtle ingenuity and casual wit. The characters are deep and real, and the unanticipated twists are truly heart wrenching for those of us who love them all so. I would warn against attempting this book without reading its predecessor, Wizard's First Rule
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Summary: This was awful!
Review: I'm sorry but this book left little to be read. There was no suspense in the book at all because they kept talking about the "prophecies" and you knew exactly what was going to happen. There are a few scenerios that are extremely sick in theme and should have been left out. also, Richard and Kalan should have starred in a Harlequin Romance after this was written.
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Summary: GA
Review: Firts of all I Want to say that I haven't had the opportunity of reading the wizard's first rule but I can say by reading this book that this writter takes too much time trying o explain simple things but oposite this I like the way he leads his adveture because you don't know what's going to happend.
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Summary: Getting better
Review: I didn't really like the first volume of this series, and vol. 2 ain't a masterpiece either, but I would regard it as a better than average read anyway. Even if the plot seemed to drag a little bit at first, it sped up towards the end and the last 200 pages or so were very entertaining, especially the parts about Richard in the Palace. Another good thing was the lack of overly detailed torture scenes that partially spoiled the first book. Faults? There's a little too many ideas copied straight from Jordan. And if the 3rd volume contains an even more epic plotline... well, I just hope it won't. Still, could have been worse.
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Summary: fast paced and enthralling
Review: I love this series.Although this is not my favorite book of the series because there was alot of focus on the one city; Goodkind manages to keep the reader enthralled. I can never put these books down.
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Summary: i like it
Review: I like this one better than WFR. I don't enjoy the character development as much as the thorough 'creation' of a believable world and book 2 makes a giant leap in that compared to book 1. However, a lot is still in the shadows and needs explaining. For one thing, a glossary would help and a more detailed map. The magic stuff drives me crazy sometimes. When the author doesn't want to tell you how it works it seems as if he does not know or care himself. Here you need magic powder, here a waive of hand , here a spell, here just a thought. Magic in a sword, in a person, in a creature;creature of magic;a gift... Where's the system? What is the difference between a witch and a sorceress? Additive/Subtractive concept is often contradictory. Zedd built the boundaries and talks to his parents' spirits, but other than that knows naught about the veil or the underworld and does not have a hint of Subtractive. But, nonetheless, the book is exciting and well worth the lat night time spent on it.
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