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Summary: A volcanic island in a sea of medocrity.
Review: "The True Game" combines contemporary Science Fiction themes with the astonishing breadth of variety commonly found in a Tolkinesque world. The orginality and sheer daring of her work makes this a valuable addition to ones personal library, and a compelling literary adventure.
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Summary: An Ethics manual for the New Millenium
Review: Am currently in Alberta, Canada, wondering if the author/titles are different here, just as Nevil Shute's work is under his actual name in UK. I agree with those fans of Tepper who suggest reading the Mavin and Jinian series as well as the "true game" new print. TX, USA seems to be only realm where "End of the Game" has been seen in print.
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Summary: I am 12years old, and this is one of the best books ever!!!
Review: Being 12 years old, my praise is amazing. I am an avid reader, and this seris has only one match in my point of veiw. The characters are vived, the style is defined, and everything is belivable. Love, love, love!!!
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Summary: I was pleasantly surprised
Review: Being used to Tepper's more recent works, I found this book quite different as I was beginning it. It looked like a more 'pure' sort of fantasy, with elements of RPG gaming thrown in. However, as I got into the book, I quickly found myself surrounded by the familiar Tepper devices - children in cruel institutions, crossover into science fiction, genuinely disturbing monsters and bold political parody.What I found refreshing about it was the relative lack of some of Tepper's more excessive qualities. Her recent work is often criticised for its rather blunt allegories, and consistently boorish characterisations of men. While these things are fun in their place, it is nice to see that Tepper can write without them. In particular, the male characters in The True Game are well crafted, and some of them are very likeable. Knowing that Tepper can do these things well when she chooses to gives me more respect for her as a writer.
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Summary: I was pleasantly surprised
Review: Being used to Tepper's more recent works, I found this book quite different as I was beginning it. It looked like a more 'pure' sort of fantasy, with elements or RPG gaming thrown in. However, as I got into the book, I quickly found myself surrounded by the familiar Tepper devices - children in cruel institutions, crossover into science fiction, genuinely disturbing monsters and bold political parody. What I found refreshing about it was the relative lack of some of Tepper's more excessive qualities. Her recent work is often criticised for its rather blunt allegories, and consistently boorish characterisations of men. While these things are fun in their place, it is nice to see that Tepper can write without them. In particular, the male characters in The True Game are well crafted, and some of them are very likeable. Knowing that Tepper can do these things well when she chooses to gives me more respect for her as a writer.
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Summary: This is the best book ever
Review: I am only 13 years old but this is my favorite book. I enjoy reading and I must say that this is a monument to great literature. This masterpiece has romance, fantasy, betrayal, and suspense. It is truly a work of art.
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Summary: Been Waiting for These
Review: I first read Tepper when I found The Song of Mavin Manyshaped in a used bookstore. While I read everything else of hers I ever found, I was never able to find the three books that comprised the stories of the Land of the True Game. I am happy to say that they were worth waiting for republication. Tepper redefines fantasy fiction with these novels! Chess fans may enjoy the setup of the True Game. Fans of Tepper's current work may be disappointed - this is NOT Beauty or Grass - but still a set of fantastic tales.
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Summary: Her best work! Start with this if you've never read Tepper
Review: I had read Beauty many years before I stumbled upon this book at the library. I have since read every book I could get of hers...but this is my favorite. Of course this book is just part of a greater Trilogy....the Mavin and Jinian series...both out of print.
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Summary: Original idea, poor execution
Review: I have read a lot of Tepper's work, and have enjoyed most of it. This book, however, could not hold my interest. The idea is fascinating; I expected the book to be an amazing read. Unfortunately, I was let down. The True Game is written in first person, which is tough to do. In order to do it well the writer must develop a good "voice." Tepper did not do this. I would not say that reading this is a waste of time, only that I kept losing interest. If you find that you can stomacch the poor narration it would be a good idea to finish it.
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Summary: Original idea, poor execution
Review: I have read a lot of Tepper's work, and have enjoyed most of it. This book, however, could not hold my interest. The idea is fascinating; I expected the book to be an amazing read. Unfortunately, I was let down. The True Game is written in first person, which is tough to do. In order to do it well the writer must develop a good "voice." Tepper did not do this. I would not say that reading this is a waste of time, only that I kept losing interest. If you find that you can stomacch the poor narration it would be a good idea to finish it.
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