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The Book of D'ni (Myst #3)
Excitement for the MYST series continues with the release of the new CD-ROM Riven, the long awaited sequel to MYST. In this third novel by the creators of the CD-ROM phenomenon, Catherine and Atrus return to the devastated domain of the D'Ni civilization to fulfill their destinies. But as they begin to search the many worlds, seeking the survivors Ti'ana told them of, they...more
Paperback, 528 pages
Published
November 1st 1998
by Voice
(first published 1997)
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Con este libro, me he encontrado un Atrus (nieto) más maduro, que busca enmendar los errores de su abuela y reconstruir D´ni. Catherine le acompaña en todo momento, así como un pequeño grupo de jóvenes de una de las Eras. Según va avanzando la historia, vas quedando más y más atrapado por la trama. Nuevamente me sorprende la complejidad de las sociedades que se inventan, así como la de las personalidades de los personajes, todo escrito muy bi...more
Con este libro, me he encontrado un Atrus (nieto) más maduro, que busca enmendar los errores de su abuela y reconstruir D´ni. Catherine le acompaña en todo momento, así como un pequeño grupo de jóvenes de una de las Eras. Según va avanzando la historia, vas quedando más y más atrapado por la trama. Nuevamente me sorprende la complejidad de las sociedades que se inventan, así como la de las personalidades de los personajes, todo escrito muy bi...more
I've had this book on my shelf for years and loved having it on display, as Myst and Riven are among my favorite games to play. I would jokingly call it my personal linking book when equally geeky friends came over and saw it.
While I still plan on keeping it on display, my initial response to the book was that of wilted pride. I didn't really know what to expect from it, being that the video games are beautifully crafted and time-consuming puzzles. They do wonderfully in accessing the most orga...more
While I still plan on keeping it on display, my initial response to the book was that of wilted pride. I didn't really know what to expect from it, being that the video games are beautifully crafted and time-consuming puzzles. They do wonderfully in accessing the most orga...more
I was drawn to this book by the Cover page. Yes, I judged the book by the cover and I must confess that I am not disappointed.
The authors Rand and David, use short sentences and they make good use of descriptions. The dialogues are brief and you get in and out of the characters minds which keeps you asking what will happen next. I noticed it is part of a series and that I started with the third book after I was halfway through the book-but the story is compelling. If you love history, adventure,...more
The authors Rand and David, use short sentences and they make good use of descriptions. The dialogues are brief and you get in and out of the characters minds which keeps you asking what will happen next. I noticed it is part of a series and that I started with the third book after I was halfway through the book-but the story is compelling. If you love history, adventure,...more
I had some things to say about this book. Which I probably should have written down. A month ago. When I finished it.
There's a thing that I think of as a sort of Willing Momentum of Belief, which kicks in before conscious suspension of disbelief has to take over, where a character in a story is caught up in a situation where they should be asking questions but don't. Any normal human being in the same situation would ask these questions, but the character doesn't, because that's how they've been...more
There's a thing that I think of as a sort of Willing Momentum of Belief, which kicks in before conscious suspension of disbelief has to take over, where a character in a story is caught up in a situation where they should be asking questions but don't. Any normal human being in the same situation would ask these questions, but the character doesn't, because that's how they've been...more
I remember being on the waiting list for this book when it first came out and waking up early in the morning when I finally got it and reading it all in one sitting. It didn't disappoint. Over ten years later, I still love the entire Myst universe, especially The Book of D'ni. The plot is incredibly fast-paced, I couldn't believe how much was covered from beginning to end. Rand Miller & Co. constantly display their limitless imagination, and the worlds depicted in this book are so vivid and...more
Puede que nuestros lectores más veteranos hayan conocido la saga de Myst en sus inicios en 1993 bajo su formato original: un juego de ordenador en primera persona desarrollado por los hermanos Miller, Rand y Robyn. Su éxito fue tan fulgurante que, junto con sus secuelas, se proclamó como uno de los juegos más vendidos de los tiempos hasta 2002, desbancado por Los Sims.
Cuando los hermanos Miller empezaron el desarrollo del juego, escribieron pequeñas partes de historia para poder situarse en ella...more
Cuando los hermanos Miller empezaron el desarrollo del juego, escribieron pequeñas partes de historia para poder situarse en ella...more
*** 1/2 Stars
I have enjoyed the previous books in the series and was looking forward to learning more about the D'ni in this book. The book is intelligently written and the descriptions are wonderful giving the reader a clear view of the various worlds that are visited. The characters are good with interesting personalities and a good sense of morality. The book deals with many issues such as slavery and wariness of those who seek power in the name of over-throwing an evil regime, and tackles th...more
I have enjoyed the previous books in the series and was looking forward to learning more about the D'ni in this book. The book is intelligently written and the descriptions are wonderful giving the reader a clear view of the various worlds that are visited. The characters are good with interesting personalities and a good sense of morality. The book deals with many issues such as slavery and wariness of those who seek power in the name of over-throwing an evil regime, and tackles th...more
With the title "The Book of D'ni" and the last book, "The Book of Ti'ana", I half expected them to go even further back in D'ni's history. Maybe a story about the inception of D'ni! Which, that would be a great tale in itself. Despite this expectation, and not getting it, this still ended up being, probably, my favorite in the trilogy. "The Book of D'ni" picks up where "The Book of Atrus" leaves off and brings us into a world of struggle, rebuilding, and astonishing beauty.
I will make this an u...more
I will make this an u...more
When I was younger, I used to think that as a general rule, good books did not make good movies, and vice versa. Since then I've gotten a better feel for the uneasy relationship between these two forms, but even with the occasional book-movie pair that works well, there are still hundreds of hideous "adaptations" that simply seem to miss the point.
But the relationship of BOTH of these media to video games is still, at the present time, an awful, disgusting heap of misfires and mistranslations. I...more
But the relationship of BOTH of these media to video games is still, at the present time, an awful, disgusting heap of misfires and mistranslations. I...more
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When I think about this books, I'm reminded of the Godfather part III. In both cases, the franchise made the third iteration bearable, but by no means enjoyable. On its own, I would have put this book down within 20 pages, but I read it out of devotion to the series. Don't waste your time.
Part of me really wanted to give this 4 stars. I really enjoyed this book, as I enjoyed the first two, but there were things about it that bothered me. The writing wasn't as fluid in this as the first two, and I felt like some themes were a little bit repetitive. However, I still really enjoyed this book, and I very much loved the trilogy. Definitely one of my very favorite fantasy worlds ever.
I'm unsure whether to rate this 4 or 5 stars, but I really liked this book. It read well, had a good approach to world building and civilization building and I loved how the society was portrayed in the book....the way the main character interacted with and dealt with the new world he was thrust into. By the way, it doesn't really matter if you jump into this book without having the read the others, or so I think. It's pretty much stand-alone. Another surprising thing about this book is that it...more
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This is my favorite of the Myst trilogy. A quick read that kept my attention from beginning to end. I only wish there had been a little more about Marrim and her role and perspective of the story.
Overall, a nice way to wrap up the story.
Overall, a nice way to wrap up the story.
really enjoyed 3/4 of this book but found it messy and moving off track in the last 1/4, which was a shame as I have loved this set of books. The entire story was so different and unique that I found myself just wanting more and more of it.
Somehow, the second book in this series wound up being my favorite, perhaps because I read it first. I did quite enjoy this story, however, because of its many twists and turns. I definitely recommend this series to any sci-fi or fantasy lover.
The Book of D'ni was actually my favourite of the trilogy.
Indeed, it was "creepy" to an extent. But I also love the horror genre so maybe that's why :D
I fucking loved all three books. 5/5.
Definitely made me want to play the games again... if only I can find the disks.
Indeed, it was "creepy" to an extent. But I also love the horror genre so maybe that's why :D
I fucking loved all three books. 5/5.
Definitely made me want to play the games again... if only I can find the disks.
I REALLY enjoyed the prior 2 books in the series. For some reason, I don't know why the authors decided to take us on this path. The story, as someone mentioned previously, is 'creepy'. I suppose I missed the fulfilling 'good/evil' or 'villainous' feel of the prior two. Not an AWFUL read, but, don't read this as the only book of the series and judge it as the litmus for the rest of them.
Stand with Atrus as he attempts to reawaken the fallen D'ni Empire. Travel to a strange Age with him and Catherine as they try to reunite two peoples seperated by eons of time.
I liked the first two books. They did a decent job of exploring the political and personal implications of the linking book concept. This book, however, is silly, with its juvenile (view spoiler) theme.
Couldn't put it down - it gave me such an interesting look at slavery, in a way that I've never looked at it before. I'll let you read it to see what I mean.
Takes a long time to warm up compared with the other two, in which the antagonist is introduced on the first page, or in the first chapter at least. I would have preferred it if it hadn't branched out into something so random, and kept it within the established canon.
Beautifully written for beautifully written Ages, a great tale for great characters. The culmination of Atrus' eternal question: What do you see?
Once again, an adored genre and well written piece in the last of the book series. Was absolutely caught up in the worlds and characters.
Fantastic series. The books leave the reader with room to use their imagination. A wonderfully colorful experience.
This is a great book for both MYST and non-MYST fans alike.
If you liked the first two... Well... ditto.
Have enjoyed all of this series
Love this book, love this game
Fantastic trilogy these books. They took me into the heart and soul of D'ni. The Age and people alike were unique and exquisite. I've never read a book like this and there will never be anything equivilant to this one or any of them. I'm at a loss for words at how to describe these books, but they are amazing. Wonderfully written, colorful and dark all at the same time. It was amazing seeing Atrus as a man and see what he had learned through his relationships. Amazing! For this book, there is no...more
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Rand Miller (born January 17, 1959 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.) co-founded Cyan (now Cyan Worlds) with brother Robyn Miller and became famous from the unexpected success of their computer game Myst, which remained the number one-selling game for the remainder of the 1990s. Rand also worked on the game's sequel, Riven, and later Myst III: Exile, Myst IV: Revelation, Myst V: End of Ages, rea...more
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