The Dragon Reborn--the leader long prophesied who will save the world, but in the saving destroy it; the savior who will run mad and kill a...
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Mar 23, 2009
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Aug 01, 2011
Seak (Bryce L.)
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I'm continuing my reread, in preparation for next year's grand finale, but I'm sorry to have gotten a bit behind in my reviews.
It's crazy to think that the events from this book, book 3 in the Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn [US] [UK], were actually supposed to be the conclusion to the first book in the trilogy. With that in mind, it's not too hard to fathom how things have come to be. This is a turn off for a lot of people, but really, you can't go wrong with more is better, not wi More...
It's crazy to think that the events from this book, book 3 in the Wheel of Time, The Dragon Reborn [US] [UK], were actually supposed to be the conclusion to the first book in the trilogy. With that in mind, it's not too hard to fathom how things have come to be. This is a turn off for a lot of people, but really, you can't go wrong with more is better, not wi More...
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Jul 09, 2010
Phillip
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I'm enjoying this book along with the first two of the series. They're enjoyable to follow, and there are sufficient characters to keep things moving.
My main issue (as with the first two books) is that all these characters from the Two Rivers are as thick as concussed trolls (or in this case, concussed Trollocs).
The only other issue I have is that good ole' carefree, leap before you look Matt is suddenly the horse-trade-master Matt. The thinking, plotting chess master. Wuh More...
My main issue (as with the first two books) is that all these characters from the Two Rivers are as thick as concussed trolls (or in this case, concussed Trollocs).
The only other issue I have is that good ole' carefree, leap before you look Matt is suddenly the horse-trade-master Matt. The thinking, plotting chess master. Wuh More...
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Jun 25, 2007
Nicole
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I read the Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan because both my husband and best friend had read them. The best friend highly encouraged me to read the books - my husband warned me off.
The warning is not because the books are bad. The first few, actually, are very good. Great character development, interesting universe for those who love fantasy novels.
The warning is because these books never, ever, ever are going to end. Ever.
There are so far 12 books (in More...
The warning is not because the books are bad. The first few, actually, are very good. Great character development, interesting universe for those who love fantasy novels.
The warning is because these books never, ever, ever are going to end. Ever.
There are so far 12 books (in More...
May 29, 2008
Laura
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This third book was better yet than the first two of the series. However, Jordan is driving me nuts in the way he portrays his women. They are constantly folding their arms, scowling, and telling the men-folk that they are "wool-headed idiots" or "sheep-headed fools" or something along those lines. Frankly, I don't know why the men put up with that. Even Lan, who is essentially Aragorn, lifted straight out of Tolkien and plopped in the middle of this story, tolerates being tr
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Aug 02, 2011
"The Dragon Reborn" by Robert Jordan is a fitting third book to what promises to be a fantastic series. Rand 'alThor has begin to believe that he is in fact the Dragon reborn. The Black Ajah has revealed itself. Egwene, Nynaeve and Elayne have been entrusted the task by the Amyrlin Seat to hunt them down. Mat has been healed and finally begins to play an intricate role in the play of events. Perrin, who is my favorite character among the men, thus far, has a large role to play.
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May 11, 2011
Coligne
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In questo terzo capitolo della Ruota del Tempo l'attenzione si sposta dal protagonista principale, Rand al'Thor, il Drago Rinato, ai comprimari, i suoi compagni d'avventura. Definirli comprimari è un po riduttivo, dato che in qualsiasi (o quasi) altro libro meriterebbero il ruolo di protagonisti, per la cura con sui sono delineati dall'autore.
Il problema è che Jordan sparge ai quattro eventi i suoi personaggi, quindi la narrazione risulta un po confusionaria, con continui salti da una vicenda al More...
Il problema è che Jordan sparge ai quattro eventi i suoi personaggi, quindi la narrazione risulta un po confusionaria, con continui salti da una vicenda al More...
Jul 28, 2011
Nathan
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Once again I feel this series is just good enough. I finished the book yesterday and I'm already starting to lose it. For some reason the story just doesn't stay with me.
I love Perrin's story. The whole wolf thing is great. That is it's great except that he keeps refusing to accept it. I feel like sentences and concepts were recycled over and over every time it was mentioned.
Mat's story was a lot more fun in this book even if it didn't make sense. For some reason he More...
I love Perrin's story. The whole wolf thing is great. That is it's great except that he keeps refusing to accept it. I feel like sentences and concepts were recycled over and over every time it was mentioned.
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Jul 20, 2011
Gerald
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The only qualm I have about this book is its title. "The Dragon Reborn" is Rand al'Thor, yet that character is barely in the book (but in Jordan's defense, most of the plot is driven by his actions). He's only alluded to throughout most of the story, which is a shame as he was one of my favorite characters (and the main character) in the first two books. I'd have like to see him make more of an appearance, especially considering everything he went through at the end of The Great Hunt.
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May 06, 2011
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Apr 02, 2011
Justin
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Robert Jordan's style is beginning wear upon my patience, far too soon really in the series. I will be taking a break for maybe a week or so, catch up on some other reading and whatnot. I won't leave it for too long, as otherwise I'll probably not pick it back up again.
The characters are endearing for the most part, but some of Jordan's themes are repeating themselves to the point of eye-rolling, and his endless piles of description seem to be in dire need of serious pruning. I like th More...
The characters are endearing for the most part, but some of Jordan's themes are repeating themselves to the point of eye-rolling, and his endless piles of description seem to be in dire need of serious pruning. I like th More...
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Mar 15, 2011
Angie
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I love that this book is called "The Dragon Reborn," and yet the Dragon Reborn spends most of the time behind the curtain. We get very few glimpses inside his head—and most of them are creepy, by the way—and he spends all of his time alone.
I think this technique is a cool way of showcasing what the Dragon Reborn means for the world. Everyone, no matter who they are or where they are from, is affected by Rand, either because of his ta'verenness or because of his fame as the More...
I think this technique is a cool way of showcasing what the Dragon Reborn means for the world. Everyone, no matter who they are or where they are from, is affected by Rand, either because of his ta'verenness or because of his fame as the More...
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Jan 11, 2011
Chris
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I am busy with personal stuff at present to my reading is only light. Someone gave me this, and as I have not read any of the huge series, which apparently is a best selling series, I thought I would check it out. The series is ubiquitous. I suppose if you really like this sort of thing then there is a compulsion to read all of them-10 altogether. I wont bother. I have read this sample, and it is competantly written, with no Thog moments (ask me about this-thanks to Ansible). The characters, lik
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Dec 23, 2010
Chariti
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This series is brilliant. There is just the right balance of fantastical detail and speed of reading. The way the author writes, as I get more and more involved in the story, the more plausible everything seems... the perfect fantasy novel. There are rare moments where he gets a little too tied up in detailing the scene environment, but overall, this is an excellent story.
He does follow the story formula, which probably is what adds to the simplicity and readability of the storyline. Howe More...
He does follow the story formula, which probably is what adds to the simplicity and readability of the storyline. Howe More...
Jul 02, 2010
Rob
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I must admit I like the feel of the next book, The Shadow Rising, more. And that of The Great Hunt too I suppose. The pacing of this book is a lot better than the first two books however. Take for instance clumsy climax of The Eye of the World or the middle part of The Great Hunt that drags too much for any but the die hard Wheel of Time fans to really appreciate. The Dragon Reborn keeps a good pace all though the book and delivers a good finale when the characters meet at the Stone. Perhaps a l
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Jun 28, 2010
James
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The most telling thing about this review isn't even in the contents: it's the posted date. The intention was to pace myself reading the Wheel of Time, but I finished book 3 in under 48 hours. While I remembered loving the Great Hunt, I didn't expect to love this book as much as I did. It is in almost every way a refinement of the previous book - unfortunately right down to its narrative structure. The highs aren't quite as high, but the lows have been all but ironed out completely.
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Apr 15, 2010
Mark
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This review stands for the entire Wheel of Time series.
The Wheel of Time appears to be in good hands with Brandon Sanderson penning the last Book (in three parts) of Robert Jordan's epic.
Although I have been reading these books for as long as I have been reading Katherine Kerr's Deverry novels, and will be reading them at least until 2012 when the final book is due out, I have enjoyed them so much that I am willing to ignore the length of time it has taken. It must be almost More...
The Wheel of Time appears to be in good hands with Brandon Sanderson penning the last Book (in three parts) of Robert Jordan's epic.
Although I have been reading these books for as long as I have been reading Katherine Kerr's Deverry novels, and will be reading them at least until 2012 when the final book is due out, I have enjoyed them so much that I am willing to ignore the length of time it has taken. It must be almost More...
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Feb 15, 2010
Stoyan
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This is probably one of the best books of the Wheel of Time saga... Rand, seeking confirmation for himself that he is indeed the Dragon Reborn, leaves friends and guards behind as he travels overland to Tear where, according to prophecy, only the hand of the Dragon Reborn can touch The Sword That Is Not a Sword -- Callandor -- suspended in midair in the Heart of the Stone -- the great fortress of Tear.
Jordan here manages to draw on the Arthurian legend as well and weave it into his More...
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Jan 18, 2010
Jen
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I own the english version and the Finnish versions of this great book. The english version has been translated into finnish as 2 parts: Tornin Salaisuus (eng. The secret of the tower) and Callandor (Callandor). I don't know why but all books from Wheel of time has been translated into 2 or 3 different books, of which usually (do not apply with first books) the first book has the same name as the "motherbook" of those few separate books.
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Sep 15, 2009
Jeff
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Another very good book. Though Rand remains the central figure of the plot he steps aside, in a sense, to allow the stories of the other characters to be more fully developed. Also we see the shifting toward a greater balance in the power between the Light and Dark, or at least a more tangible sense of the fight as more of the main players begin to show themselves in the "real world" rather than simply being these metaphysical boogiemen/women. Political intrigue grows and becomes a lar
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Aug 29, 2009
Gabby
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The Dragon reborn sees many of our reluctant heroes accepting their fate, if grudgingly. At least most believe their fates, now.
We see characters increasing in abilities, as well (whether physical or magical). We also see a LOT more foreshadowing. And a lot more bad guys popping up. We also meet up with Aiel and get to know they are not quite what people thought.
And again, even more characters who, if not necessarily important (though, some definitely are), at least who b More...
We see characters increasing in abilities, as well (whether physical or magical). We also see a LOT more foreshadowing. And a lot more bad guys popping up. We also meet up with Aiel and get to know they are not quite what people thought.
And again, even more characters who, if not necessarily important (though, some definitely are), at least who b More...
Nov 27, 2009
Patrick
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Man, this is just awesome. Especially years later in contrast to the waiting for the later books and their horrible pacing. (Actually, a decade later--I read the first 5-6 books in 1999-2000 and then waited for the rest as they came out.)
The story is divided into 3 main plots, maybe a 4th as you mainly get glimpses of Rand until the end, and nothing drags. They all just grab hold and don't let go. The characters, situations, enemies, plot, pacing, etc. are fast and exciting. The More...
The story is divided into 3 main plots, maybe a 4th as you mainly get glimpses of Rand until the end, and nothing drags. They all just grab hold and don't let go. The characters, situations, enemies, plot, pacing, etc. are fast and exciting. The More...
Aug 09, 2009
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Jan 17, 2010
Jack
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I listened to this on audible.com www.audible.com/jackmeadows . I am continually amazed at the real-life metaphoric comparison in this series. The author's skillful writing keeps this from becoming tiresome even to this third book. I think that his vivid characterizations must be the key. For example the theme of 'reluctant hero' is one which tends to become aggravating. Truthfully, I didn't think Robert Jordan would be able to pull it off with THREE reluctant heroes but the interplay between pr
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Jan 16, 2012
Steve
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Moreso than perhaps the other books in the series thusfar, this one gets into some of the more common fantasy cliches that drive me crazy when they aren't done well: a character who is (going?) mad, prophesies/portents/fortune telling, and dream walking. Unfortunately, Jordan just isn't a strong enough writer to make it work. The bits of the book following the insane character are tedious, and it's as if he felt the same way writing them, since they are so much smaller of a portion of the book
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Mar 02, 2011
Noor
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The Dragon Reborn is a bit of a departure from the previous books in that the narrative doesn't really follow Rand'al Thor (the main character of the first two books), despite him being 'the Dragon Reborn' of the title. Instead, it focuses on the adventures (or misadventures) of his friends from the the Two Rivers, Perrin, Mat and Egwene. Perrin Ayabarra is experiencing wolfy dreams and is afraid of loosing his humanity to the wolf that threatens to take over his mind everytime violence is calle
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Jan 21, 2009
Carrie
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Nov 07, 2011
James
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Once again, I am looking back on the series from the position of the sixth book. So once again, this is going to be a very vague and possibly unhelpful review. We will see.
This was another fail in my mind. Indeed, it was so frustrating that if I hadn't already bought the next four books then there was a good chance I would have shelved the series - especially seeing as the last book didn't live up to the first, and then this book just fell flat and didn't promise anything.
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This was another fail in my mind. Indeed, it was so frustrating that if I hadn't already bought the next four books then there was a good chance I would have shelved the series - especially seeing as the last book didn't live up to the first, and then this book just fell flat and didn't promise anything.
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Feb 06, 2012
Katie
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May 10, 2011
Carolyn
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Seeking proof that he really is the Dragon Reborn, Rand travels to the Stone of Tear, which prophecy says holds a magical sword that can only be taken up by the Dragon. Very little of the book actually focuses on Rand, though; the three Aes Sedai students are on a mission to Tear hunting the Black Ajah, while Mat and Perrin head there for still other reasons. Annoyingly, the army of the Children of Light seems to have dropped out of the storyline, but with any epic fantasy series of this scope
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