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Summary: It moved me
Review: I read Wizards First Rule in one extended sitting during a 30 hour trip from Sydney to Frankfurt. I wanted a book that would take my mind off of being cooped up in airplanes. It worked really well for that.I read Stone of Tears because WFR got me hooked on the characters, particularly Richard, the hero, and I wanted more. For me, Stone of Tears was an even better story. Do you know that feeling when you identify with a character so much that you start writing your own dialog for him? I hope that's not just me who does that... I agree with a lot of reviewers who talk about wooden dialog and some unbelievable situations. Most of the men and some of the women in the story seem to have physical abilities and endurance that would sweep the olympic games if they ever tore the veil between that world and ours. But, listen: that's not important. To me, emotions are important, and intelligent characters. I don't want to be yelling at dumb characters, in my head. I identify with Richard. He's an angry young man with a strong personal code. He's no wuss. He's smart. I once was a young man like that, too, so it felt good to slip into his skin. Ultimately, my test for a good book is whether it changes how I experience the world. This series is doing that. I'm thinking about my own experience as a Seeker, and my own personal Sword of Truth. Sound silly? In 1999, I quit a safe job and became a consultant. I had no savings, nor equipment, nor preparation. This was a Sword of Truth moment, I now realize. It's a moment that comes rarely in life-- when you see what you must do and you do it despite the pain it will cause you. We're caught up in so many complicated threads in our modern lives, Terry Goodkind is the kind of writer who helps me reflect on how I can maintain my moral compass.
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Summary: Not a slow book
Review: First, I would like to state that I read almost all of the reviews of this book and I would like to tell you, the future reader, that almost every single bad review on this book on this site came from people that [obviously] did not really pay attention to what they were reading. I am not saying that people couldn't dislike this book, but these specific reviewers missed so much that it is hard to believe that they did more than skim through the book. If there is one thing that Goodkind does good, it is making sure that everything that happens CAN happen in his world and nothing is too far fetched. While Goodkind does seem to take a lot from Robert Jordan, the overall story is completely compelling. I spent hours upon hours reading this book because I could NOT put it down. It seems like anything can happen and many times anything does. Sometimes the conclusions are rushed and there are things that don't seem all that important, but there is always a fast pace that will make you want to know what happens next. I must admit that I had a hard time getting though Khalan's first chapters and after she was alone and there were a few boring chapters in Galea I thought that either I didn't like the character or that her part in the book would be boring. Trust me. It is the best part of the book after you get past those few chapters of nothing. If you are a fantasy reader and are not of the weak at heart. You will love this book. One word of advice though. Try to read large chunks at one time or in one day. If you try to read Goodkind and only read ten pages a day, you will NOT get the full effect of the book. I'm not sure why, but with everyone I have talked to it is the same case. Some I have talked to read it slowly and hated it. I told them to go back and read more at a time and then they loved it.
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Summary: So much better than WFR
Review: Like night and day.... I was horrified by _Wizard's First Rule_ with the vulgar and disturbing sequences and the undistinguishable dialogue (remember the gratuatious use of 'friend'). But having promised someone to read both WFR and _Stone of Tears_ I was forced to continue the saga. How glad I am that I did. I must change my previous statement about not being a fan of the sword of truth series, because this book has changed my mind. _Stone of Tears_ was well planned and equally well executed. It was excellent from start to finish. Here we find ourselves with Richard and Kahlan, once again they are put into action and danger by something greater than they are. But this time they must go their separate ways if they ever want to see eachother again. Richard may very well die from the magic within, if he doesn't follow the Sisters of the Light to their palace and learn to control his gift. However, to accomplish this task, he must go alone without Kahlan. Richard will have to learn to use his gift while staying clear of the Sisters of the Dark, who want to destroy him and in doing so, set the Keeper of the Underworld loose on the living. While Richard walks his path of destiny, Kahlan must follow her own. Kahlan will have to continue to learn and expand her own limits of endurance, in order to save her beloved Midlands from destruction by the Imperial Order. A group of fanatics who claim all societies must join with them or else be slaughtered, all for the sake of ridding the world of all things magical. Which includes Kahlan as a Confessor. I was impressed with the use of prophecy in the book. So many things were set up within the first three chapters that by the time these events were carried out near the end of the book, I found myself constantly flipping back to the start just to clarify the prophecies. My only complaint was the akwardness of the events involving Zedd and Adie. The events at Adie's cottage were well written, however once those events were played out, Goodkind seems to just shove the two back into the story near the end. This would be fine except that their story of survival is so hacked that as a reader I found it difficult to piece back together the events that they had gone through. Their story just seemed so forced and contrived, where with Kahlan and Richard we are taken on the road with them through their adventures. Overall a very good story. And a fantastic three pages that have set up the premise of the next book _Blood of the Fold_. We have already met some of these people in SoT, and I am looking forward to finding out what they have in store for the next book in the series.
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Summary: Here's where the SoT series starts getting good.
Review: Don't worry this review contains NO SPOILERS! I found Wizard's First Rule to be extremely inventive - and I would implore anyone reading this review that has not already read Wizard's First Rule to be sure to read it first because it is awesome. Stone of Tears was equally inventive and I think even more interesting than Wizard's First Rule. I personally found the first 300 pages of Stone of Tears to be 'a little bit slow' - o.k. a little boring. However, the storyline progress in a much more enjoyable way from about page 300 on and the pacing increases dramatically. Without a doubt, you will admire & empathize with the good guys & girls. Conversely, you will loath & condemn the bad guys & girls. I would argue that Terry Goodkind's biggest strength is his ability to trigger an emotional response from his readers. I know that Terry plays with my emotions with the skill of a master conductor. My favorite parts of this novel are those sections that reveal the awesome potential that Richard has as a wizard. I found myself wishing I were Richard more than once! That's what fantasy is all about!
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Summary: Gratch!
Review: Classic Goodkind... just as good as Wizard's First Rule. I actually started reading this one first, got hooked, and had to read the first book. The characters are amazing and the story is the best any author could have come up with. This book solidifies Goodkind's position as one of the greatest authors of all time. You'll love Gratch! I loved Gratch. Gratch is great. Word Ninja
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Summary: Picks up where the 1st left off and much more
Review: Returning from the first book, The veil holding back the Keeper is torn, and Richard and Khalan have to split up in order to figure out how to save the world. Richard is taken away to the Sisters of the Light to be taught about how to control his wizard power in order to keep from dying, only to find out that it would take hundreds of years to do so at the Palace surrounded by a magic that lengthens life. He's gotta figure out a way to get out of that situation in time to save the world from Darken Raul's spirit and be with Khalan again. Khalan on the other hand is planning to reunite the Midlands by way of force against a new threat known as the Imperial Order. And with all of that, again, another prophecy is in the way of their plans. Probably one of my faves, although it's hard for me to dislike any of them. It has plenty of fighting, adventure, suspense, and character development. There are a couple more twists I found in this book than the last, so it kept me more glued. The only parts of the book that I had to force myself through were when it gets to talking about Zedd and Adie, but I know it is necessary and it wasn't so bad (i just got so into what was happening to the others). The only gripe i got is the decription of how Sisters of the Light became true Sisters of the Dark. I'm not much of a reader for sexual scenes such as that, but it was kinda original (unless other fantasy books had creatures from the underworld have sex with women in order to give the women greater power). I don't know if I'd want my mom to read this book, although I got her into the first...maybe she can handle it better than I. She DOES read those romance novels, and I could only imagine what was in them. We're introduced to a couple new characters like Ann, Nathan, Verna, Chaundlan(sp?), and Warren, who do more in the next books. There were a few minor characters that I wished would have expanded even more in this, but maybe the ones I'm thinking will in future books. Prophecies seem to be a major part of "The Sword of Truth" series, but it would be hard to make a big deal bout them in one book, and take them out in another. The good thing about these prophecies is that they are somewhat true, but not literally true all of the time, and hopefully I get caught off guard every time. The action is awesome, even if it was a small army of naked soldiers painted white against a large army of drunken, handicapped (not mentally, but if u read it u'll realize the handicaps involved) warriors. Khalan has got to be the greatest woman in a book to know: she's a beautiful, kind woman and a great battle strategist (what more could you ask for?). I basically loved this book, and the whole series overall. Another re-adding of great story-telling done by Terry Goodkind. I thank him for having me spend most of my days reading his books while I have had homework to do. Sooner or later, my parents are going to ground me from reading...imagine that.
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Summary: Could you find a better magical mysterious novel.
Review: I was not sure I would enjoy this novel, but after reading the first couple pages I was hooked.I never put it down, Terry Goodkind has one of the best creative minds. He knows how to grab hold of your mind and keep it there with these novels.
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Summary: not the best but good
Review: title sez it all but it is a great linking book setting up for the hole sieres
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Summary: OH MY!
Review: I am breathless.
I picked up this book 5 days ago and couldnt put it down before I knew how everything turned out. I had read the first book in the series a long while ago. Somehow i remembered how great it had been and anticipated a lot of its sequel as well. I am breathless.
The reading left me nothing short of my expectations. It is very hard for me to say whether the book is better than the first one. The books are excelent, yet they both seem to stand out on their own. If you liked the first book, you will love this one as well and after finishing it-
You will be left breathless. Goodkind begins his story exactly where he left off in the first book. However, he manages to pull in a great new set of characters (some likeable and some not) that add spice to the story. I'm not going to give any of it away - find out for yourself - it's well worth it! Dear Spirits, please let me sleep at least one night before I pick up the third book...
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Summary: I ENJOYED IT SO MUCH!!!
Review: Goodkind one of my favorite authors!!! I will always remember the names and personalities in his books because he is that kind of writer and gets you emotionally involved(more than I`d like to admit)with his characters and there screwed up situations. Just asked the cats in the Goodkind website forum about me. Anyway if this is what ya like start from the first book and go in order.
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