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Summary: A MUST READ!!!
Review: I loved this book, plain and simple. It kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end. My friends had to literally pry the book out of my hands during school because I wouldn't put it down. I can't wait for the final installment to see what happens between Ampris, Elrabin, and Israi.
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Summary: THE BEST ONE OF THE SERIES
Review: I think this one was the best out of the Alien chronicles series. It has lots of action and has a fast attention-sucking beginning instead of the plodding start the other two books have. As good as is to be expected from the company that made Star Wars!! (notice the five stars.) A great read, you wont be able to put it down (unless you fall asleep reading it around 5 in the morning...) :o)
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Summary: Great Book, only one question
Review: I was reading the golden one when I thought crosses my mind. Would Elrabin meet Ampris in the arena? But as I read the second I found that untrue. My question is, in book number one it says Elrabin was sold to the Utar Dan gladitory school. How did he end up a servant for Sir Galard and the blues? That's my only question. Otherwise both books are great! I can't put them down. In Homeroom, Language Arts. You name it I read it there. Hopefully after the trilogy you will keep writing your amazing and wonderful Alien Chronicles
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Summary: Outstanding...Just as good as the First
Review: I was so into this book that i read it in day. And to be honest i usually hate to read. Yet the plot and story-line in this book is exellent. The Antisapation for this book from reading the first book was very high and it was worth the wait. And I must say I can't wait till the last part of this trilogy is on shelf.
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Summary: the Crimson Claw
Review: I you like books that get you hooked this is one of them. You enter a new world with strange creatures. But it is writen well enough that you can almost see the creatures. This book is about a strange creature called Ampris who is forced to fight as a gladiator. Many of the fights are described including her last one were she makes a life changing mistake, in her fight for piece and freedom...
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Summary: This is a GREAT book
Review: One of the all time greats, Deborah Chester has created a world of magic. The new and different species of characters are fun and creative. From the first word to the last she had me in her world, telling me her story about a struggle for freedom, and a special golden Arroun who must endure many hard ships on her journey. A truely astounding book, one of the all time greats.
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Summary: More Than Just Science-Fiction!!
Review: The Alien Chronicles by Deborah Chester are among the finest books I have ever read. The journey that the characters undergo is so epic and far-reaching that once you experience them, you will feel as though you have lived an entire life within this alien universe. The characters are well-defined, rich and provocative. The story itself is so much more than what it seems to be. Even though those living within these tales are fantasy species with abnormal customs, they are so unbelievably human. The trilogy revolves around the quest for freedom. The abiru -- a race of slaves who possess no rights whatsoever -- are considered greatly lesser than their Viis superiors. They are beaten, sold and killed at the whim of their owners, echoing the horror of our own history of human slavery. The oppression of the Viis leads to in-fighting and betrayal amongst the abiru, making it nearly immpossible to trust another untouchable. But even amongst this reign of distrust lies the hope of long-lasting, beautiful frienships -- as demonstrated by the wily Kelth thief (Elrabin) and the lovely and powerful Auron pet/gladiator (Ampris). The bond that develops between them is almost instantaneous even though it takes Elrabin years to realize how much Ampris means to him. They share a sort of unrequited platonic love. Unrequited in that it's not what they say to each other but what they do for each other. There are also strong antagonists, from the fear driven mad-gladiator Ylea to the tempermental spoiled sri-Kaa Israi (whose ascension to power is far from pretty). She is such a fantastically written villian that you will find yourself wanting to jump inside the book and slap her silly. The decisions she and those before her make in regards to the abiru are often times disturbing and haunting. (The period Ampris spends in the medical testing facility of Vaas Vess is particularly horrifying.) In summation, this book she be heralded as so much more than dime store science/fiction. It should be placed among books such as 1984 and Animal Farm. I know I will be recommending this book to everyone I meet henceforth. Even those who would never think of picking up a science fiction novel. Deborah Chester should be lauded immensely.
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Summary: A captivating and thought-provoking story!
Review: The appeal of this book to me is that it has surprising depth. On the surface it is an entertaining and captivating tale full of neat characters comprised of many different species, which appeals to my love of science fiction and fantasy. But the underlying plot is one of struggle, and highlights the differences between the priveleged classes and the slave races that serve their needs and desires. Most of the slaves have accepted their fates and desire only to survive their situations with a minimum of abuse. I love Ampris's character because she refuses to accept what she knows to be wrong, and chooses to fight for her beliefs. Like George Orwell's '1984', I am reminded how easy it is for the masses to accept substandard living conditions while the priveleged few enjoy all of the luxuries. Even though the masses have the power to change things, they lack the faith to believe it. The Crimson Claw reminds us to "Never say die!" Where there is desire, there is hope. Ampris has her eyes open and has a strong desire for freedom. I have to believe that she will find it for herself, and in the process, for all the enslaved races. I anxiously await the next book!
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Summary: As terrific as the first!
Review: The wait seemed long, but the story made up for it in the long run. "Crimson Claw" was a treat for me;I finished reading it the first day I bought it.The action in the novel, such as during the arena battles and training, was well-done, as was the character views made by Ampris and Elrabin. The Israi story arc was a bit boring, but it was probably necessary to set up the third novel. I can't wait for the next installment! Keep going Deborah!
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Summary: THis is a must read!
Review: This book is great! The places, the people(aliens),terrific! People you feel for! The fight scenes, are great. You can see, and smell the arenas! This is a wonderful sequel to the first! Deborah Chester is a wonderful author! And A must read! It is a great story, and is wonderful! If I am to recommend books, Alien Chronicles, is one.
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