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Summary: Wow!
Review: "The Golden One", the first in the trilogy that Deborah Chester has written is fantastic. I read "The Crimson Claw" (2nd novel) first, because I spotted it in the local grocery store. "The Golden One" is an impressive novel because the intertwining stories of Ampris, Israi and Elrabin helped me get a very clear view of the Viis Empire. Israi's father, the Kaa, is a very interesting character as well, and I enjoy seeing him ignore the fact that his empire is crumbling and indulging the sri-Kaa (Israi). I think the artwork on the back of the book is very good, for I enjoy sci-fi art. I once tried reading Star Wars books, but it was just too much for me. There's too many of them, just like Star Trek books! Anyway, I hope you enjoy "The Golden One" as much as I did.
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Summary: One of the best books ever!
Review: This book was one of the best books I have ever read! The alien worlds were fantastic as well as the deep personalities of the characters. I would recomend this book for any reader.
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Summary: Terrific-- Would recommend to any sci-fi/fantasy fan
Review: Overall, I can't find a single thing I didn't like about this book, though I did spend a lot of time wondering when the two storylines would connect....The author didn't rely on fancy spaceships or technology to further her story; the development of the characters and their changing views of life were the main driving force and it suited the story perfectly. A near perfect blend of fantasy and inner character struggles. Ampris's story was believable and tragic, and sets the stage perfectly for the next novel, which so far is just as good. This does not work as a stand-alone book, but it wasn't meant to and I'd be pretty ticked if it was a stand-alone because I would want more. :) I've been looking for a good non-Star Wars fantasy book for some time, and I definitely found it in this book. It took me forever to pick it up because I was both absorbed in Star Wars and fearful the series would suck and be a waste of money. I was wrong. I will definitely be disappointed once I finish reading this story, because I'll hate to see it end.
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Summary: Golden One
Review: these books, The Golden One, The Crimson Claw, and The Crystal Eye are my favorite (though the last depressed me for a week!) I just had to add my thoughts. it's slightly depressing though, that while these books are some of the best i've ever read, i don't know one single person who's read them.
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Summary: A terrific Book!
Review: I enjoyed everything about the book,I really liked the idea of no humans, I loved the characters, Elbrin was my favorite, I love sci-fi but these books really got me! The second was terrific I waited months for it and when it came out I ran to the book store and got it. I also have the third and have not yet read it It is lent out to my brother who gave me the first book to read!
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Summary: Ihtought that this book was very well written
Review: I read it in 3 days and couldn't put it down It aws interesting to learn about their culture and I felt I was actually there and that I knew the chararchters personally.
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Summary: Pretty Cool!
Review: I'm 16 but i liked this book. It was just the type of sci-fi book i was looking for. The thing that interested me most was the fact the there was no humans. I love the characters and the plot. I like science fiction and i thought this book was pretty cool. I don't know where the guy who gave it 1 star up there is coming from. You should get this book cause it's so interesting. The only thing bad about it is that the ending of the book ends just like a chapter so you have to go out and get the 2nd book right away. I bought the 2nd book but didn't read it yet but i'm going to.
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Summary: Five star review of The Golden One by Deborah Chester
Review: This book greatly facinates me. I love the author's use of emotion and trust. I am recommending The Golden One to many of my friends, and they also love the book.
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Summary: Very well written!
Review: The beginning was slow, but around page 50 it grabbed me and didn't let go until I was through. I loved it, and hope to see more Alien Chronicles!
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Summary: Fasten your seat belt, and get your peanuts out...
Review: I too bought this book while waiting for a flight. I thought the book was OK, and is worth reading as something to pass the time. I will admit, I have read the 2nd book and will get the 3rd as well (only to read on planes).
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