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Title: Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1) by Terry Goodkind, James B. Bond ISBN: 1-59355-105-3 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Pub. Date: 10 October, 2003 Format: Audio Cassette Volumes: 20 List Price(USD): $39.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.94 (1044 reviews)
Rating: 2
Summary: Do you really want to know if Goodkind is good? Then read on
Comment: This, the second best of Goodkinds books(8 as of now) is ok. The writing is mediocre, the plot is mediocre, the character interaction, also, is mediocre. But the action is good, and if thats what your into then its an ok book.
So is Mr. Goodkind worth reading? Well, I can give you a free look. Here's what he said at his OFFICAL website, terrygoodkind.com.
"What I have done with my work has irrevocably changed the face of fantasy. In so doing I've raised the standards. I have not only injected thought into a tired empty genre, but, more importantly, I've transcended it showing what more it can be-and is so doing spread my readship to completely new groups who dont like and wont ready typical fantasy. Agents and editors are screaming for more books like mine."
Looking at his book sales and ratings, he isn't as good as Terry Brooks. Brooks is a fine writer, but nothing special, and the way Goodkind puts it, Goodkind is the best writer since Tolkien, who he HASN'T even read. Yes, a fantasy writer that says he hasn't EVER read fantasy. SURE! ;)
Heres a little more for you.
Question: Lately I've found myself in many arguments defending your books against 'fans' who say they used to like your books but no longer do to the extent that they used to. Would you mind settling some debates by answering the question: What, if anything do you have to say to the people that voice the opinion that you're latest four books haven't been as good as the previous four and call them "too preachy"?
Answer: Don't be fooled. The assertion made by these detractors is a note wrapped around a brick thrown through the window. These people are not fans. There are hundreds if not thousands of fantasy books that fulfill their professed taste in books. Why would they continue to read books they claim are bad? Because they hate that my novels exists. Values arouse hatred in these people. Their goal is not to enjoy life, but to destroy
COME ON MAN! If someone thinks your first books were GOOD and the later books were too preachy then they ARE fans, they just don't like the direction your taking. They admit to being fans. How can you say that your fans are the type of fanatics that throw bricks through windows? How could you say that about your own fans, people that pay YOUR bills. Mr. Goodkind, you are pathetic.
On second thought, maybe this was his WORST book. I mean, if he hadn't written it, then I wouldn't have read any more of his books on the suggestions of others that thought I would like them. If your into a book with cliches like the "kid who just wants to live his normal life is actually somehow related in some way to a powerful person in the world and because of this decides that he must save the world" then maybe this is for you. If you for some reason like a book that logically makes no sense, like when the main character(richard) in the first book jumps out and kills TRAINED assasins with a sword that he doesn't even know how to use, then maybe this is for you. If you like books with mindless torture for pages upon pages then this is for you. If you like books where women don't have any power then this series is for you.
Don't give me the crap about Kahlan being a powerful confessor, or the Mord Sith of the Sorceresses. Kahlan, and all confessors were made by MALES, wizards at that. Mord Sith were trained by MEN, and wizards are more powerful than sorcerecess.
He copies so many ideas from Robert Jordan that its grotesque. And you know what? I think Robert Jordan is a good author, but as of lately, he SUCKS A$$. Yes, right now I don't even like Jordan, and yet Jordan has my respect. He is a good writer that DOESN'T steal from others, and he treats his fans with respect. Goodkind isn't a good writer, and even though he thinks he is the best thing to happen to writing sense Ayn Rand, he sucks.
If you want a good writer I have a good list for you.
George R.R. Martin: A Song of Ice and Fire Series
China Mieville: Perdido Street Station, The Scar, and King Rat
Mathew Woodring Stover: Heros Die and Blade of Tyshalle
Steven Erikson: Malazan series(if you decide to order, use amazon.co.uk for faster shipping and cheaper rates)
Neil Gaiman: American Gods, and Neverwhere
And for some older authors
Tad Williams
Terry Brooks(first book is basically the LotR trilogy, the rest are good though)
Guy Gavriel Kay
As far as I know, all of these authors treat their fans great. And many work directly with them. For example, George RR Martin answers fan e-mails at his website, georgerrmartin.com. And Steven Erikson has done many Q&A's with his fans, like Brooks.
Rating: 5
Summary: This Book Rules!
Comment: Wizard's First Rule, by Terry Goodkind, is a book of mystery and character. The book takes you to a world where magic conquers all. The characters are well-developed, and it's almost a shame that they aren't real. Although the book is an awesome work of literature, the length may shy some readers away. I absolutely love the way Goodkind puts you in the characters' shoes and lets you experience each emotion as it races through their minds.
Richard Cypher meets Kahlan Amnell, who was sent into the region of Westland to find a certain person. They, along with Chase and Zedd, friends of Richard, journey through the Midlands and D'Hara, attempting to defeat the evil Darken Rahl. As they travel, the foursome becomes separated, each setting off on their own adventure. The story blossoms anew in each chapter, never dying, nor fading away.
The title comes into play later in the book, so don't get confused about its meaning. I definitely love the details, insightful and satisfactory, but not floury. I plan to read the rest of the Sword of Truth series, of which Rule is the first book. If you would like to be transported to another time and place, check this book out at your local library or bookstore.
Rating: 5
Summary: My First Rule - Read it!
Comment: This book was superb. Granted, the first few chapters weren't terribly thrilling as the beginning chapters of the book had to push to get momentum going. But just like trying to start a wave, it's slow-going at first, but then it picks up with astounding force. This book was no different. Once it captures your attention, it barely falters. This book weaves a tale about love, hunger, surprises, triumph, and the list goes on... Richard's character is wonderfully done, never failing to keep the character true to self. His missions are somehow real, even though they are buried in ficticious actions. You can truly begin to feel where he is coming from and really get to know his character through all of the adventures he goes through.
There are some disappointing parts where the main female character strays slightly from her normal, rigid sense of right versus wrong. The reader may find themselves somewhat disappointed that her character begins to show weakness, but in the end the reader will not be disappointed. She stays true to her self as only someone who stays true to the series will realize. Her falterings only make her seem more human, more real, which brings this book closer to heart. This book is excellent. I have never been so spellbound by a book before (pun, perhaps, intended). The book becomes no less bland as you wear the pages from your reading. A true treasure - I cannot emphasize that enough.
I have also read the second book as of now and can tell you that it is just as wonderful. The transition from the first book to the second book is well-done and the pace of the story isn't diminished in the slightest. The second book certainly didn't take much time, if any, to get the wave moving - more like the wave never stopped from the first book into the second. I look forward to reading the remainder of the series.
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Title: Stone of Tears (Sword of Truth, Book 2) by Terry Goodkind ISBN: 0812548094 Publisher: Tor Fantasy Pub. Date: 15 August, 1996 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Blood of the Fold (Sword of Truth, Book 3) by Terry Goodkind ISBN: 0812551478 Publisher: Tor Fantasy Pub. Date: 15 August, 1997 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Temple of the Winds (Sword of Truth, Book 4) by Terry Goodkind ISBN: 0812551486 Publisher: St. Martin's Press Pub. Date: 15 September, 1998 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Soul of the Fire (Sword of Truth, Book 5) by Terry Goodkind ISBN: 0812551494 Publisher: Tor Fantasy Pub. Date: 15 March, 2000 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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Title: Faith of the Fallen (Sword of Truth, Book 6) by Terry Goodkind ISBN: 081257639X Publisher: Tor Books Pub. Date: 15 November, 2001 List Price(USD): $7.99 |
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