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Summary: The Continuing Story of Garion
Review: The second book of the Belgariad continues the story of Garion as he continues to struggle internally with his new powers that he doesn't want or think he needs. He continues on his journey with Polgara and Belgarath on their quest for the Orb of Aldur, which was stolen by a priest of the evil God Torak. Garion must learn to control his power or it may end up destroying him and others. I'm definitely enjoying this series. The characters in the book are interesting, and the plot believable. The book could easily be read by young adults as well as adults.
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Summary: Excellent Book ...
Review: The second I finished reading the Pawn of Prophesy I went in search of this book. I just had to know what was going to happen next. What happened next, was that David Eddings characters drew me in even further and the adventure continued to wind its way across a strange and fascinating land. Eddings Belgariad has been a part of my life for many years. About once a year I pick up the entire series and read it again. Adventure, wizardry, strange creatures, interesting places ... this series has it all. It also has a personality all it's own. Eddings descriptions of people, places and events are excellent. His grasp on human nature uncanny. His sense of humor shows through on every page. Needless to say that the second I finished reading this book, I was in search of the next book in the series. I couldn't wait to find out what came next ...
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Summary: Bre's
Review: The second part of the Belgariad is fast-paced, well-written and with the same outstanding characterisations. It is obvious the each one of the characters have been carefully thought out. However, I must confess to having a small disliking for Ce'Nedra. Somehow she's just not a likeable person.
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Summary: In Which The Killin' Starts
Review: This is Book the Second in Series the First, in which the young ex-scullery boy Garion discovers that there's Something About Him, though people won't say exactly what that is. Apparently it's not enough for him to be the secret survivor of the Rivan royal line, but he needs a good dose of sorcery as well. He talks to the little voices inside his head as well, which is often preferable to talking to those around him. Back where I come from, setting people on fire is not considered socially acceptable, but apparently in fantasyland it's okay if the bad guy is evil enough. This book is no better or worse than the ones before or after it, regrettably.
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Summary: Good book but not as good as I remember it...
Review: This is probably the third time I've read through this series since I first stumbled across it in my teenage years and this time, it just doesn't seem as good as I remember it.
Don't get me wrong, Eddings has created an interesting world and as always, his characters are very likeable and good humoured but the plotting itself seems very clumsy; little more than an excuse to move the characters from one part of the world to another. I understand that the hero's journey is very much a tradition in the fanasy novel but when you've seen it a thousand times before, it gets much harder to ignore the feeling of every movement being contrived to show off the author's world.
Thankfully, Edding's characters are never tiresome. Dialogue is especially his strong point with all of his protagonists throwing witty banter back and forth throughout their travels. All are well developed and contain a surprising depth which reveals itself more and more as the series progresses. Particularly touching in this book is the scene where Polgara stops Barak's attempt at suicide.
I would reccomend this book to young adults or just anyone who's after a light-hearted and easy going fantasy.
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Summary: Great Happenings
Review: This is the type of book that can make you forget that you have a life other than reading. It will bring you into the story and will make you forget everthing else. A must to read and my favorite author.
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Summary: WONDERFUL CONTINUATION
Review: This of course is the second book in this continuing story. It is as good at the first. Fast story line with lots of humor and excellent character development. This is a pleasant story, easy to follow and holds the readers interest. You should be warned though, these books are difficult to follow if you do not read them in the proper sequence...one book pretty well picks up right where the last one left off. For a nice, mellow read, I highly recommend these books. If you like or are partial to this particular genre, you will probably enjoy them. Enjoy!
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Summary: Kewl
Review: This was my friend Amy's favorite one in The Belgariad (We read it all together - I read Pawn of Prophecy Sunday, passed it on to her Monday while I read this one, passed this one on to her Tuesday and picked up Magician's Gambit and so on) Salmissra freaked both of us out. It was so sad when Polgera had to tell Issus "Your beloved preistess died long ago." I didn't expect to like Ce'Nedra much when I first met her, but she turned out great. This book clearifies a lot. I love it. Breathe deep seek peace, Tin
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Summary: The Adventure Continues
Review: Well if you bought and read Pawn of Prophecy chances are you've already been hooked on the Belgariad, and you're going to buy this book anyway, but for those of you who are skeptical here we go.
"Queen of Sorcery" begins right where the last book left off, and is even more exciting as Garion and the rest of the party really begin to dig into their quest laid out before them before they were even born. In this book the story finally picks a faster more compelling pace that ensnares you immediately. Be warned though, the whole ensnaring of you attention thing continues throughout the series. More characters join the party in this book including little innocent Errand. This book takes you through more of the Western Continent, and into uniquely different lands of the Belgariad. If you liked "Pawn of Prophecy" you will definately like this book even more.
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Summary: Still Going Strong
Review: Well, David Edding does it again!! His characters become so real to the reader that you feel like slapping Ce'Nedra, you feel like telling Silk that if he pulls any more stunts you're going to turn him into a radish and you feel like giving Garion a big hug and telling him that of course his Aunt Pol still loves him! I just wish David Eddings was as immortal as Belgarath so that he keeps turning out more sagas like the Belgariad and the Mallorean! These books are my talismans and in my opinion every household should have a set.
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