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Summary: A legend is born!
Review: 'Oath of Gold' is the culmination of one of the greatest science fiction/fantasy trilogies ever written. The first two books of 'Deed of Paksenarrion' trilogy were very well written, and this book is no exception. Elizabeth Moon has told this story in such a way that you can not help but fall in love with the main character. Once I picked up this book, I could not put it down until I was finished. The book is beautifully written and has a plot that will keep you involved till the very end. I found my heart breaking with each adversity Paksenarrion was put through, and I found myself soaring with joy each time she overcame her obstacles. I could go on and on giving praise to this book and to the entire trilogy. Let me just say that everyone who enjoys science fiction/fantasy needs to read the whole story of Paksenarrion from the beginning to the ending.
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Summary: Great Finish to one of the BEST fantasy trilogies
Review: After the traditional 'down' of the second book of the series (our character is on the ropes), Paks becomes the Heroine she is destined to be. The believable detail and and well constructed plot deliver Paks to end of her first major quest as a Paladin. The excellent construction of this series makes the best reading (for me) fantasy trilogy of the last 20 years. No one likes to see a character written to death, but Ms. Moon, there is a lot of life left in Paks yet (not to mention Arvid and others). If you have given up fantasy for good, my loss. If not, please tell us more of Paks's story.
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Summary: Great book
Review: Highly suggest reading this book, the best in the series by far (and that is saying a lot) this book is very good, and leaves the reader feeling all warm and fuzzy when done.
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Summary: An Outstanding read
Review: I found myself involved in the story, cheering the good guys and fearing the bad. A truly special heroine.
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Summary: A weak finale for a trilogy that started well.
Review: I found this book not up to the level of the earlier volumes. The heroine, Paksenarrion, is on a quest to discover the true heir to a kingdom that is in danger of collapsing into civil war if she fails. One problem is that the reader knows a long time before the heroine whom Paksenarrion is really looking for. Since she has the same information but fails to make the easy connections, you're just left wondering why the main character is such a doofus. There is a subplot, involving a former comrade who is jealous of Paksenarrion's growing status and fame, that suffers from exactly the same fault.The other complaint I have is that the book seems to be aimed at a different segment than the earlier volumes. The first volume in this series, Sheepfarmer's Daughter, is a really terrific coming of age story that seems to be aimed pretty much at the teen reader. This book is dominated by a brutal rape scene that I think makes it definitely inappropriate for younger readers. And the scene itself is gratuitously lengthy, violent, and graphic for my tastes. Moon obviously felt she needed this incident for her story, but she could have still made the point without leaving such a sour taste.
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Summary: A weak finale for a trilogy that started well.
Review: I found this book not up to the level of the earlier volumes. The heroine, Paksenarrion, is on a quest to discover the true heir to a kingdom that is in danger of collapsing into civil war if she fails. One problem is that the reader knows a long time before the heroine whom Paksenarrion is really looking for. Since she has the same information but fails to make the easy connections, you're just left wondering why the main character is such a doofus. There is a subplot, involving a former comrade who is jealous of Paksenarrion's growing status and fame, that suffers from exactly the same fault. The other complaint I have is that the book seems to be aimed at a different segment than the earlier volumes. The first volume in this series, Sheepfarmer's Daughter, is a really terrific coming of age story that seems to be aimed pretty much at the teen reader. This book is dominated by a brutal rape scene that I think makes it definitely inappropriate for younger readers. And the scene itself is gratuitously lengthy, violent, and graphic for my tastes. Moon obviously felt she needed this incident for her story, but she could have still made the point without leaving such a sour taste.
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Summary: Gripping adventure, a great conclusion to the trilogy!
Review: I have enjoyed each of the three books in Paksenarrion's Deed, and each has been harder to put down. I've also noticed that the power, magic, and contrast between good and evil grows more pronounced with each novel in the series. 'Oath of Gold' tells the tale of dramatic evil and powerful good, and Paks' role is exciting and impressive. In the third and last installment of Paks' amazing adventure she manages, with a little help from her friends, to recover from her fear and pains, and reach the destiny that has been hinted at from the beginning. Paks' growth and newfound strength enable her to embark on a new set of daring adventures, and meet challenges and evils with a new sense of self. Along the way many of the characters we've met in the past re-enter the story, and the growth and changes of these characters adds another dimension of familiarity. I loved this book, and had a really hard time putting it down in the middle (contributing to many hours of missed sleep!), but at 500 action packed, detailed pages it was impossible--and ill advised--to rush through. The first book in the series introduces Paks' story with a scroll of extolling her deed, whose song/story ends mid verse, suggesting that her story is ongoing. I would love to see more adventures including Paks', and am looking forward to reading the prequel to this series.
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Summary: Gripping adventure, a great conclusion to the trilogy!
Review: I have enjoyed each of the three books in Paksenarrion's Deed, and each has been harder to put down. I've also noticed that the power, magic, and contrast between good and evil grows more pronounced with each novel in the series. 'Oath of Gold' tells the tale of dramatic evil and powerful good, and Paks' role is exciting and impressive. In the third and last installment of Paks' amazing adventure she manages, with a little help from her friends, to recover from her fear and pains, and reach the destiny that has been hinted at from the beginning. Paks' growth and newfound strength enable her to embark on a new set of daring adventures, and meet challenges and evils with a new sense of self. Along the way many of the characters we've met in the past re-enter the story, and the growth and changes of these characters adds another dimension of familiarity. I loved this book, and had a really hard time putting it down in the middle (contributing to many hours of missed sleep!), but at 500 action packed, detailed pages it was impossible--and ill advised--to rush through. The first book in the series introduces Paks' story with a scroll of extolling her deed, whose song/story ends mid verse, suggesting that her story is ongoing. I would love to see more adventures including Paks', and am looking forward to reading the prequel to this series.
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Summary: A Wonderful Conclusion to the Series!
Review: I have read countless fantasy series where the conclusion was less than good. With this series, it just keeps getting better. I was moved to tears by the ending (it's a good one, really!) and was overwhelmed by her sense of honor and goodness. Anyone interested in the development of a paladin MUST read this book!
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Summary: Read it again and again!!!!
Review: Sit back relax and just read. You will not leave a better person or with a deaper understanding of the mysteries of life but you will have enjoyed yourself. If you love fantasy or Science fiction you will truely enjoy the life of Paks. My only complaint is that Moon did not write anouther book. If your read Liars Oath (which I do not recommend). You will see a very large place for at anouther book in this series, and after reading Oath or Gold you will truly yearn for more. Paks is after all a very young Paladin
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