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Feb 26, 2009
Daniel
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This book is similar to other Weis and Hickman stories, in that it is centered around a war in heaven between the Gods, and is played out by the mortals that worship them. However despite having a similar theme, each time these authors are able to come up with a unique and vivid world that is different than the one's before.
This book is the introductory novel of a five book series, and as such spends a lot of time describing the setting - based largely on the Vikings as they might h More...
This book is the introductory novel of a five book series, and as such spends a lot of time describing the setting - based largely on the Vikings as they might h More...
Aug 07, 2009
Debbie
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Mar 18, 2009
Russ
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I greatly enjoy the Weis/Hickman DragonLance novels and absolutely LOVE their Death Gate Cycle. So I came into this book with relatively high expectations and they were not entirely met. The storyline itself was pretty good- my biggest problem was the character of Skylan. He was far too inconsistent and, frankly, it was maddening. He seems to fluctuate between juvenile immaturity and experience-earned wisdom. A slow progression or, given the traumatic events, even a quick progression from the fo
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Jun 05, 2009
Snicks
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This was a book that I decided to read only because it was already on my Kindle from when my husband read it. I'm so glad. I really fell in love with these authors and I'm frustrated to no end that I have to wait for the sequel! I don't trust writers to finish their works, but I'm hooked to this one.
There were epic god-wars and excellent representation of the impact characters made to the world, whether they intended to or not. I also loved the Norse culture it portrayed. Weis does a More...
There were epic god-wars and excellent representation of the impact characters made to the world, whether they intended to or not. I also loved the Norse culture it portrayed. Weis does a More...
Jul 20, 2010
J
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Sep 03, 2010
John
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Wow, the language was really disappointing, from what I've come to expect from these two. The story was interesting enough, but sunk a peg for each reference of earthy base material and bad language. It would be in the PG-13 range at least, which is always off-putting to me in a book.
Perhaps I ought to mention that a major theme in the book involves the complications which arrise due to the compounding of lies. Imaginatively, there is also an element of summoning dragons, which become c More...
Perhaps I ought to mention that a major theme in the book involves the complications which arrise due to the compounding of lies. Imaginatively, there is also an element of summoning dragons, which become c More...
Mar 10, 2009
Scott
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A great book, that gets you into the plot very well. I was to the point of not having the gusto to keep reading as I had when I started, because of some of the decisions the main character was making! I disliked what was going on enough, that I was wondering if I would like where the book was going; and what the character was doing.
But I kept reading, and very much liked where the book ended up going. And I will eagerly(sp?) be awaiting the next in the series when it comes out.
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But I kept reading, and very much liked where the book ended up going. And I will eagerly(sp?) be awaiting the next in the series when it comes out.
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Nov 13, 2009
Maria
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Despite my enjoyment of fantasy, I've never read a single DragonLance book, and probably wouldn't have picked this up either, if I hadn't been asked to review it.
It's a fairly interesting start to a new series, but either not terribly well-written, or I'm just way above the target age, because I did find it rather simplistic at times, and during the first half of the book, the main character came across as a gigantic arrogant git. Had it ended there, I would only have given it two st More...
It's a fairly interesting start to a new series, but either not terribly well-written, or I'm just way above the target age, because I did find it rather simplistic at times, and during the first half of the book, the main character came across as a gigantic arrogant git. Had it ended there, I would only have given it two st More...
Aug 13, 2011
Bret
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It took me a long time to read this book. I really like the concepts of the world and the existential ideas surrounding not just the book itself, but the each character in the book. But the actual writing seemed sub-par. Not up to the usual standards I expect (presumptuous or not) from Weis & Hickman. Don't get me wrong, there are better writers out there and they will be the first to tell you so, but so many of their series have captured my imagination from the get go and the story wrapped arou
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Apr 29, 2009
Weis and Hickman once again develop a new world with characters caught between epic battles among Gods and where dragons play a large role. In this instance, the characters are more-or-less Vikings, barbarians who travel the shores looking for villages to plunder.
The first in a series, the authors do a good job of setting the scene, but fail somewhat in their characters. The main character is the perfect barbarian: young, strong, virile, a great warrior; and also arrogant, selfish, a More...
The first in a series, the authors do a good job of setting the scene, but fail somewhat in their characters. The main character is the perfect barbarian: young, strong, virile, a great warrior; and also arrogant, selfish, a More...
Feb 24, 2009
P
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I couldn't get past the first few pages. The writing style is terrible and difficult to read. And since when do characters narrate the history of a world, unless they are introduced as a historian. I mean really, do people ever talk like this in casual conversation, "As we meander though the kingdom of bad writing, established by a redfaced king in the year of Avandar 779, I am thinking that I want a cup of grog." Give me a break.
I'm sad to add a book written by Weis/Hi More...
I'm sad to add a book written by Weis/Hi More...
Mar 30, 2009
Michelle
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Sam and I decided to read this since it's by the same author as the Void series that we just finished. In an alternative universe, the Vindrasi have a close relationship with their gods--or they did until recently. Now their priestesses' prayers often go unheeded. Then ogres arrive claiming that the gods of the Vindrasi have been defeated. Thus begins the saga of Skylan Ivorson, the newest Chief of Chiefs of the Vindrasi and his clansmen.
Apr 24, 2009
Cindy
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This is a typical first book of a series. There is a lot of time spent on building the world and cultures of the Vindras. Weis and Hickman do that we great style as they always do.
I was a little disappointed in the characters, it felt as though all the characters were very flat, hopefully as the series grows so will the characters. I do have to say I hated Skylan, he was annoying and really not likeable as a main character.
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I was a little disappointed in the characters, it felt as though all the characters were very flat, hopefully as the series grows so will the characters. I do have to say I hated Skylan, he was annoying and really not likeable as a main character.
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Feb 07, 2010
raz
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The concept for this book was very refreshing. However, the characters were not. I really can't add anything that other people haven't already said. Basically: Skylan is an annoying lead, the other characters seem flat, minus Garn (who is basically a stock sidekick character). I stopped about three-fourths of the way in.
Mar 02, 2009
Eden
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I'd give this a 3+, or a 4-. It was a very enjoyable high fantasy read with a Norse mythology feel to it. However it was not overly memorable and I will likely forget most of the story in a matter of months. Still, for those who enjoy fantasy I'd recommend it. I'll probably try to find book 2 one of these days.
Apr 05, 2009
Tiffany
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I loved the DragonLance series and couldn't wait to read this book. However, I was a bit disappointed. The language was in this book was horrible, I would recommend Dragonlance to anyone including my kids, this book there's no way. The story was all right, but it lacked the humor and actually caring about the characters that I felt from the older series. I will try book #2 and see how far I get into this new series.
Nov 24, 2009
Noelle
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It's good writing, and I was enjoying Weis/Hickman but after the first book, I realized that I didn't like the protagonist and I didn't even like the secondary characters. Why would I read a book where I didn't like any of the characters? So I stopped reading about halfway through the 2nd book.
Mar 08, 2009
Kwing (Mook)
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A blend of viking lore and fantasy mysticism, Bones falls short of thrilling. In a theme familiar to Weis fans there is a war in heaven and the gods are using their human worshipers to fight a proxy war for them. The characters slip from likeable to dispised and back. Plot elements are tired and dialogue is poor.
Feb 04, 2009
Rupert
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This was a book that started off nicely, slowly declined, then picked up at the end to come to a reasonably satisfying ending.
I enjoyed this novel enough that I will look forward to reading the next in the series in the hope that it will be as good as this book was, on average.
I enjoyed this novel enough that I will look forward to reading the next in the series in the hope that it will be as good as this book was, on average.
Jul 15, 2011
Cindy
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One of those books that I had set aside to start when I felt like reading for many days (it was a big one!), but I read it in two parts....kept me entertained and interested. I am always interested to see how a fairly unlikable protagonist can make for a book I want to keep reading!
Dec 11, 2010
QS
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I'll be honest: I would have enjoyed this book a lot more if I actually liked the main character. But I didn't. My dislike of Skylan coupled with my discomfort of the culture of his people made me feel pretty ambivalent for the majority of the novel.
On the other hand, I adored the plot, and loved the blatant rip-off of Norse mythology. Needless to say, I will be purchasing the next book in the series once it comes out in paperback. I'm hoping that, as the series goes on, Skylan will ma More...
On the other hand, I adored the plot, and loved the blatant rip-off of Norse mythology. Needless to say, I will be purchasing the next book in the series once it comes out in paperback. I'm hoping that, as the series goes on, Skylan will ma More...
Jun 24, 2010
Christina
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This was a well written begining to what might become as clever and amazing as there original Dragonlance series. The character are phenomenal and the story unique. Mergaret Weis does it again...and I just hope there are more in this eries to come.
Aug 03, 2011
Susanna
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Fantastic book! Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman have managed to create another world that totally engulfs your mind. You can't put the book down until you reach the end....and you are left grabbing furiously for the second book.
Jun 20, 2009
Jr
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this is a solid beginning to a series. and maybe it's been a while since i read something by weis/hickman, but this one had flashes of more adult subject matter than i recall them delving into. i mean, sure, they always dealt with things like love, family, life and death ... but this one had some nice crass humor. it fit really well for the Vindras (Viking) culture.
Jan 13, 2011
Seth
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An amazing story that draws you in from the beginning. The main character starts out as an arrogant jerk, but by the end you can see him being forged into a more wise leader.
Sep 19, 2011
Mom
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at the start of the book i didn't like the main character---kept reading hoping he would grow up---ended up liking the book worth reading for fantasy fans
Mar 02, 2011
Reblua
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Honestly, I did not enjoy this book until the last 25 pages or so. The characters were shallow and I couldn't find myself liking any of them.
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Jun 09, 2009
they have done it again what a book. i love the new lands dragons and characters that they introduce can not wait untilk book 2 comes out.
Mar 14, 2010
Chris
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Love how they make you like and hate the main character all at the same time! Can't wait for the next book in the series.
