Malina: A Novel (Portico Paperbacks)

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brilliant novel on a desperate subject

A cocktail of thoughts

Malina: A Novel (Portico Paperbacks)
Ingeborg Bachmann , and Mark Anderson
Manufacturer: Holmes & Meier Publishers
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brilliant novel on a desperate subject.......2001-01-21

Ingeborg Bachmann is a truly great and underappreciated writer, and this is her masterpiece. It is also the earliest novel I'm aware of on the subject of the lasting impact of child abuse in adult life, written at a time when the possibility of such an experience was almost unspeakable. Her approach is never polemical, but dreamy and suggestive, and the ending is one of the most devastating in literature. Check out her poetry, too.

A cocktail of thoughts.......2000-03-08

Malina is a strange book that provoked my interest in what it means to love and live -- is the love-obsession justifiable? When there is noone else but a single person in your life, because you are just this way, does it mean that there are many people like this one but you have not found them yet. Because Bachmann's stream-of-consciousness style, the book is really difficult to follow, especially the part 'The third man' but once you have the patience to read and think continuously, to be shocked and still know who you are -- it gives an enormous pleasure to know a little more of the world that is inside!

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Ania Malina: A Novel
Lawrence Osborne
Manufacturer: Scribner
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An Irish "Rebecca"

Malina
Penny Perrick
Manufacturer: Sinclair-Stevenson Ltd
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1856192288

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An Irish "Rebecca" .......2006-09-16

What a great novel! The reviews on the book compared it to Daphne du Maurier's "Rebecca." Well, I took that with a grain of salt. I am a huge fan of "Rebecca" and didn't think that comparison would stand up. Well, in some ways, it really does. "Malina" is beautifully written and the plot is similar to du Maurier's masterpiece. The descriptions in both novels are just gorgeous. The Irish setting was an extra plus for me since I love all things Irish. There was quite a lot about Irish life in "Malina." I still say "Rebecca" is the better novel but "Malina" is close behind. I don't want to give too much away about the plot but if you love "Rebecca" you will definitely enjoy "Malina." A wonderful book, I highly recommend it.

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David Eddings’ acclaimed series, The Belgariad, reaches its stunning conclusion in these final two gripping novels. Continue on this magnificent journey and be entranced by a saga of strange lands and peoples, of prophecy and strife set against the background of a seven-thousand-year war of men, Kings, and Gods.

The quest may be nearing its end, but the danger continues. After discovering a shocking secret about himself he never could have imagined—all in pursuit of the legendary Orb—Garion and his fellow adventurers must escape a crumbling enemy fortress and flee across a vast desert filled with ruthless soldiers whose only aim is to destroy them. But even when the quest is complete, Garion’s destiny is far from fulfilled. For the evil God Torak is about to awaken and seek dominion. Somehow, Garion has to face the God, to kill or be killed. On the outcome of this dread duel rests the future of the world. But how can one man destroy an immortal God?

“Fabulous . . . Eddings has a marvelous storyteller style . . . exceedingly well portrayed and complex people. . . . More! More! More!”
—ANNE MCCAFFREY

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Love it, always have!.......2007-08-15

Approximately 15 years ago, I was given a copy of Pawn of Prophecy (Belgariad). I quickly read all the Belgariad, then the Mallorean and moved on to Belgarath the Sorcerer and Polgara the Sorceress. I have never read anything like these books. Over the last 15 years I have read all these books at least 20 times. Everytime I read the series something else comes out of the books that i either didn't notice last time or that became more important as I aged. David and his wife Leigh Eddings intersperse just enough philosphy and aged wisdom to enhance the reading experience. Dialog is often funny, while maintaining the seriousness of the story. The characters are some of the most engaging characters I have ever read, and they will grow with you.

For a great read, and an engaging read, I recommend you read the best series of books I have ever read.

This may be another save the world story, but worth reading.......2007-06-25

This is the second installment of the Belgariad, finishing out the tale of Garion and his group of friends. Though the Belgariad Volume One is somewhat stronger and a better read, This second half of the tale finishes the story in a way that keeps the readers attention. He develops the characters even more, and they were my favorite part of the entire story.

At the end of Volume One, Garion and his friends have defeated Ctuchik and in the process caused Rak Thol to destroy itself. This book picks up right where that last one left off and continues with the groups travels to get to Riva on the Isle of the Winds. The beginning of the story is quite engaging, but it tends to get a bit tedious towards the middle. But the ending comes back around and grabs the reader refusing to let go until the last page is turned. We follow along as Garion decides to go off on his own with Silk and Belgarath for his meeting with the evil god Torak, and leaves Aunt Pol and Ce'Nedra behind to deal with the Kings of the lands of the West. They are forced to raise an army, mostly of Ce'Nedra's doing. This is where the story begins to slow. Once the army is formed and the marching finally comes to an end, a battle begins at Thull Mardu, and from then on the reading is fast and entertaining.

I thought this book was a great ending to this enjoyable series. I gave it three stars only because I enjoyed volume one slightly more. I plan on tackling the next series The Mallorean in the near future. Hopefully it will be just as entertaining as this story was!

Wondrous.......2007-05-22

Part 2 of a wondrous series of books. The author is amazing at captivating his audience.

The Belgariad.......2007-01-21

The books were in excellent condition. David Eddings's story of Belgarion keeps the reader enchanted throughout the series.

Great Reading.......2006-11-13

I was introduced to this series a couple of years ago and I've been in love with it ever since. I can't believe I never came across it sooner. Of course now that I've read it I come across it in book stores all the time now. This series is a beautiful series for all readers. I wouldn't limit it to fantasy lovers because it is simply a terrific series. It has everything you can ever want to read in a book - humour, fear, action and satisfaction that good does indeed have a say in what goes on in the world. The characters come alive in your head without even trying, the storyline is addictive so it's best to either buy all the books in the series from the start or make plans to get it as soon as you can.

It was great to get these books in 4 books instead of 10. I still re-read this series and I've recently bought them as christmas presents. It's an excellant buy for any avid reader or even for those you might want to encourage to read. For all those who do buy this series, check out Belgarath and Polgara - the companion editions.

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Wonderful Journey
The first real suprises of the series
Another slightly misunderstood novel.
A few to many cliches
As good as the rest.

Castle of Wizardry
David Eddings
Manufacturer: Books In Motion
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: 1581168594

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The Belgariad Book #4

It all began with the theft of the Orb that protected the West from the evil God Torak. Before that, Garion had been a simple farm boy. Afterward, he discovered he is a sorcerer. Now, at last, the Orb has been regained, and the quest nears it end. Of course, the questors must still escape from a crumbling enemy fortress, flee across a desert filled with Murgo soldiers, avoid the Grolim Hierarchs seeking to destroy them with dark magic, After that, Garion feels assured, his part would be finished. But the Prophesy still holds several surprises for Garion, and for the Imperial Princess Ce'Nedra.

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Wonderful Journey.......2007-04-14

As much as I hate to do it, I have to compare this book to Eragon's sequel Eldest by Christopher Paolini. However, Castle of Wizardry to me is what young CP should have aspired to do with his title character (Eragon). Eddings is masterful at creating challenges that advance as the lead character matures. In my opinion this is the finest of the series thus far.

I also recommend Jason Rider's Tucker O'Doyle series.

The first real suprises of the series.......2007-04-05

Eddings gets better and better as we follow the journey of young Garion toward his battle with Torak. In "Castle or Wizardry" our young hero reaches the end of the quest for the Orb of Aldur only to discover his greatest challenge lies ahead. He will be put in a position so far beyond his humble beginnings that his mind will reel. In the meantime the company of heroes we've followed through the first three books face very different challenges in the days leading to war with the powers of the East. The most daunting task is set for Ce'Nedra in a twist you may not see coming. Mysteries are revealed and new adventures begun. This is a great addition to an epic that will remain a favorite for a long time to come.

Another slightly misunderstood novel........2006-10-13

Mild Spoilers ahead

In my review for Pawn of Prophecy I said that the Belgariad/Malloreon cycle is, in form at least, like a big Fantasy sitcom. This is most evident in this novel, where the episodic nature of the Belgariad is most evident. Extending that metaphor a bit, you discover that it's not really a fantasy sitcom (in book form of course) it's more a sitcom about an extended family set in a fantasy environment with fantasy tropes. There are similarities to The Princess Bride here, with that book essentially being a love story set in a fantasy setting and also very comedic.

The practical upshot of all that is that your average fantasy fan expects the action to intensify at the beginning of this book, but it doesn't because that's not the main issue here. There are other things happening here, the story, in the course of this book, goes from being a slightly prototypical, straightforward quest story to being much more geopolitical, a process that is going on in the background through all the little episodes.

There are a lot of little episodes too, this book is full to brimming with moments of pure Eddings wit. Most writers would love to have ONE such moment. Eddings has many, Garion and Adara, Barak and Meril, Polgara's worry over her father's possible psychic injury and the inability of his family to talk to him about it, C'Nedra's fear of public speaking, Lelldoren's story about his misadventures in Arrendia and most of all, Garion's fear for a people he has suddenly become the ruler of. For those of you who think the story should pick up here, think about this, without those episodic moments, we would not believe as audience that he would pick up a sword and head off to kill a God if we didn't understand his connections to the people around him.

I think of all my reviews for these books as one big megareview (I'm writing these as I reread the series) and as such I can say this, the resonances that are set up in the first book, the many rulers and heroes and other characters you meet in book two (and three) and the explanation of who the "dry voice" in Garion's mind is in book three finally meet in this one. Here they finally become a tapestry instead of just seperate story threads. It is from these relationships that the characters will draw strength in the next book of the series, which is more the big climactic action piece.

It is also worthy of note here that my personal favorite moment in all the Belgariad happens in this book when Garion returns to Faldor's Farm and sees his first love and realizes that that farm life just doesn't fit him anymore. There are few fantasy moments that acheive that level of emotion and can still make you laugh 2 pages later.

Onward to Cthol Mishrak!

A few to many cliches.......2006-05-16

Castle of Wizardry it the fourth book in the Belgariad saga by David Eddings. This novel picks up right where book three, Magician's Gambit, ended. That being, Garion and the gang have just recovered the Orb and are seeking to get it back to Riva. There are some very good reviews on-line in regards to what happens in this book, so I would repeat what they have already said.

In terms of plot line and story quality, this book is rather one dimensional at times. There are very few side stories and at times the plot drags rather slowly. Just when the reader expects the pace to quicker and the story to move along, Eddings for what ever reasons slows the plot way down and the plot seems to stall at least two times in this book and the reader is forced to trudge along to keep going. It almost seems as though Eddings had a 5 book contract and came up a book short so he had to add some `fluff' here and there to fill some pages. That's not to say that some of the `extra' material isn't worthwhile, it just makes some stuff feel forced and non-genuine in how the story is laid out. In the end scheme of things, the over riding purpose of this book is to set up for the fifth and final book in this saga and it does that job just fine.

The characters in this book continue to develop well, most notably Garion and his transition from kitchen scullion to that of a powerful force in the world. I like that Garion has doubts and flaws and is unsure of himself. He is not the all-powerful character that can't be beat that seems to be in most books now. However, my one main complaint about these characters are they are so clich?d it's almost laughable at times. There are scenes where even before you turn the page you know character X will appear with a bit of wisdom that will cause character Y to think and change their plans. I understand it is hard to write new material with as much fantasy as there is, but you also don't have to be so laddened with the clich?s that it takes away from the book either.

With all that said, I did enjoy this book. I think the Belgariad is a good way to introduce people to the fantasy genre as there seems to be something in it for everyone. People who have read a great deal of fantasy may be a little put off by this, but if they look for the under lying story and read it for what it is I believe they too will enjoy this book. All in all I would probably recommend this book to people as there is some enjoyment to be found within its pages. I know I for one will finish off the saga, if for better reason than to see how it concludes.

As good as the rest........2006-01-31

First, everyone is a critic, few get paid to do so.

Any work has rave reviews and negative reviews. Take a chance and read it for yourself to be the final judge.

Well, Unlike most reviews, I'm not going to 'book report' it and summize what happened... The climax of the entire Belgariad is steadily building, and the book is well written, setting fourth the final book and the fate of the universe.

A+

The Belgariad Part 2 (Castle of Wizardry, Enchanter's End Game)

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The Belgariad Part 2 (Castle of Wizardry, Enchanter's End Game)

Manufacturer: Del Rey - Ballantine Books
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ASIN: 0739444158

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The thrilling conclusion to David Edding's monumental fantasy The Belgariad - includes Castle of Wizardry and Enchanters' End Game.

The Belgariad Set, Books 1-5: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit, Castle of Wizardry, & Enchanter's End Game

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A Great Read
To bad it is all finished and in the past
Belgariad & Malloreon. My Favorite.
Great Entry-to-Mid-level Fare
Praise-worthy

The Belgariad Set, Books 1-5: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magician's Gambit, Castle of Wizardry, & Enchanter's End Game
David Eddings
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A Great Read.......2005-10-14

Eddings' series The Belgariad is one of my all-time favorite reads. It's the classic fantasy good-vs.-evil, coming-of-age, lost-kings-returning, quest-with-companions epic. These are common themes in fantasy, but Eddings' writing is so witty, and his characters so intriguing, that it never gets old. He seems very aware he is using some well established cliches, but puts new twists on them and even makes fun of them as the story goes on. I especially love Eddings' twist on the concept of prophesy: In this story, the prophesy is actually sentient, and does not hesitate to tell our hero, Garion, when he is being an idiot.
This series is funny, entertaining, engrossing, and complex. It was my introduction to the sword and sorcery genre of fantasy, and I absolutely love it.

To bad it is all finished and in the past.......2004-04-17

I recomend all of david eddings books to any reader of any age.
David eddings is my idle in a short way of putting it... he has brought a new light to me and my writing since i was a child... His books have a certian amount of amusement in them. Yet the characters are all lovable. This is a book that i promise all will remember and read again... I love all of his books. his philosiphy is simple to understand, yet the writing syle is one that i still have not seen in any other books. He allows a certian amount of ammusement into them, yet keeping them serious. His books are like a good movie that you dont want to end. After reading one of them you want more and more. until you have devoured the very sould of his writing.

To put it short i dont know why i like them there just fun loving and honest to god books.

Belgariad & Malloreon. My Favorite........2004-04-02

I have never came across a set of books that is so moving,very few authors have made me as emitional as this athor has with this set.I hope their will be a follow up,it would be nice to see how everything whent after all was said and done,peace doesn't last for ever. Highly recomened,own the full set,have read them so much I can almost tell the story myself.

Great Entry-to-Mid-level Fare.......2001-10-16

This is, I believe, Eddings' first real foray into the realm of true Fantasy, and it doesn't disappoint. Eddings does well to develop characters over time and doesn't sacrifice depth for brevity. I've always enjoyed the sense of humor he brings to his works and the repartee that develops between the characters.

If you are looking for a great starter series in the fantasy genre or a more developed work, look no further. Those looking for the complexity and seriousness of high-fantasy should stick with Tolkien and Donaldson.

This was one of my favorite starting fantasy series, and continues to entertain after all these years.

Praise-worthy.......2001-06-23

David Eddings' Belgariad series is one of the masterpieces of modern fantasy literature. I fell in love with his books many years ago, and re-read them to this day. His characters are lifelike and amusing, and written in a very human manner. Every time I read, I feel like I am visiting with old friends. Although Eddings writes conflicts into his story, he writes with an assurance that success will come which parallels the great epics of history. His novels, though not thrilling, are relaxing and enthralling in a more stoic fashion-- you will care about the characters and want to see them succeed.

I would recommend this book to the starting fantasy reader, or the reader of modern fiction who hasn't yet delved into the genre. Eddings' personal style and lovable characters have turned me into a dedicated fantasy reader, and I have not yet found his equal among the other authors I've read.

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The Belgariad, Part Two: Castle of Wizardry; Enchanters' End Game

Manufacturer: Nelson Doubleday
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Castle of Wizardry [Book Four of the Belgariad]
David Eddings
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Binding: Mass Market Paperback

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Castle Of Wizardry: Book Four Of The Belgariad
David EDDINGS
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The Belgariad: (Books 1-5: Pawn of Prophecy, Queen of Sorcery, Magicians Gambit, Castle of Wizardry and Enchanter's End Game Sold as Set only)
David Eddings
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CASTLE OF WIZARDRY
DAVID EDDINGS
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CASTLE OF WIZARDRY
DAVID EDDINGS
Manufacturer: CORGI
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000S9KBD4

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Interesting, but not great........2005-12-17

John Ney Rieber, The Books of Magic: Reckonings (Vertigo, 1997)

Reckonings, the third book in the Sandman spinoff Books of Magic series, is a marked improvement over book two, though it's still not up to the standard set by the Sandman series.

In this one, Tim and Molly, along with a few extraplanar friends, are off gallavanting when Molly gets kidnapped by a bunch of pink dinosaurs. (I kid you not.) In order to rescue her, Tim has to brave the fires of Hell-- except that Hell has no fires. Hell is a vast bureaucracy just waiting to implode upon itself.

It's amusing enough for what it is, but the narrative lacks the Gaiman touch, substituting labyrinthine plot twists for Gaiman's dark characterization and master's touch with detail. Still, it's enjoyable enough to keep me going in the series. ***

Finding the way in hell.......2005-05-21

The Books of Magic series follow the life of Tim Hunter, who is destined to be the world's most powerful magician, but for now is just a teenager. He has recently discovered that all the imaginary children that he had as a child are real and live in an empty lot. He takes his girlfriend, Molly, to visit. She goes into the woods to heed the call of nature and is kidnapped and taken to hell by a group of pink dinosaurs. Hell is not a place of fire and brimstone. Rather it is run like a large and very burocratic corporation. Fire and brimstone is just one torture provided.

Meanwhile Tim Hunter from the future, a powerful magician who has traded his memories away in various confrontations with demons, has realized that life is not all that. He is now trying to raise young Tim Hunter not to be like him.

A mysterious character named Nobody figures heavily in Tim and Molly's plights. Each must read a short fairy tale in a book. The fairy tales involve a main character who looks and talks just like the main character. The stories end tragically for the main character. In a final confrontation Tim, Molly and grown up Tim end up inside the story read by the demon who has kidnapped Molly and been controlling grown up Tim. Each must play by the rules enough to trick the story without loosing touch with reality and being pulled into the book.

The art style is realistic and well done. The layouts are a little off. Often I read panels out of sequence and the pacing on each page was just a tad off. The art here is fine but the highlight of the book is the twisting and detailed plot.

I recommend that you read the previous book in the series (Summonings) first, but I seriously do recommend that book. Two reasons for that: You will have background so that this book makes more sense. The two books go together and the major plots that were opened in Summonings are resolved here, so reading them together is so much better.

fun and funtastic.......2000-02-23

yow,man,this was like,ya know,the COOOOOL stuff,ya know,cooool,ya know

fun and funtastic.......2000-02-23

yow,man,this was like,ya know,the COOOOOL stuff,ya know,cooool,ya know

It's no Gaiman, but good stuff........1999-07-29

What the title says. It cant hope to match what Gaiman did in the original mini....but it's good stuff. Interesting relations...although the future/past relation is somewhat lacking overall. It seems incomplete when read alone. Makes you wish you had other chapters. But overall good stuff.

The Final Reckoning: The Deptford Mice Trilogy, Book 3

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The Final Reckoning: The Deptford Mice Trilogy, Book 3
Robin Jarvis
Manufacturer: Blackstone Audio Inc.
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ASIN: 1433205742

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The hideous spirit of Jupiter, the evil cat who was once lord of the sewer rats, has returned, more terrifying than ever. Bent on revenge for his death, he is determined to turn the world into an eternal winter of hatred. The Deptford Mice feel his chilling grasp everywhere they turn. Their allies are murdered, and the prophetic bats flee, sensing impending doom. A rat army thirsty for mouse blood is building underground. And most frightening of all is that the Starglass, their magical source of knowledge and power, has been stolen by a cruel and violent hand. The mice know they face the most desperate struggle of their lives. Will anyone survive?

Day of Reckoning (Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice)

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The End of a Trilogy
good padawan gone bad
The Day Reckoning a Story Arc
Star Wars 8 review
Still immensely enjoyable

Day of Reckoning (Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice)
Jude Watson
Manufacturer: Rebound by Sagebrush
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Binding: School & Library Binding

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The End of a Trilogy.......2005-08-31

This book ended an underlying trilogy story within this series that started in book 6. Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon are reunited as Padawan and Master, which isn't really a spoiler if you have ever seen Ep 1.

The further I dive into this series, the more I like it. Each book has a better story and the characters develop more depth as well.

For a quick, easy and fun read I would recommend this entire series.

good padawan gone bad.......2004-06-17

This is one of my favorite books. I always like books where good guys go bad. Xanatos was Qui-Gon Jinns former padawan. He already went to the dark side. When Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan Kenobi went on a mission to Telos Xanatos' home planet. They ran into a surprise. Xanatos was waiting for them. They fell into many of Xanatos' traps yet in the end of the book the jedi manages to put Xanatos in a similar trap. This is one of the best books yet and I love it. It shows ones evil fall and anothers redemption as a jedi. Qui-gon is finally letting go of Xanatos and accepting Obi-Wan, This sets a background for the entire saga of Star Wars. I would just like to say that I have read all of the Star Wars kids books and I am the biggest fan. I know what I'm talking about. May the force be with all who read this book.

The Day Reckoning a Story Arc.......2003-05-01

I've been reading the Jedi Apprentice books to my son (Alex) off and on for the last three years, and he's loved them - and so have I. I still read them to him even though he's getting old enough to read them himself, just so I can have an excuse to read young adult books (yes they are that good).

We've followed the early adventures of Qui-Gon Jinn and young Obi-Wan Kenobi and have been enthralled with the ongoing Xanatos conflict (Xanatos is Qui-Gon's former apprentice introduced to us in the second book of the series "Star Wars Jedi Apprentice: The Dark Rival") . Over the last few book there has been a large story arc concerning Obi-Wan leaving the Jedi order that reaches its conclusion here, and we were happy to see its well thought out end (following a story that long has been a challenging task for my son). However about halfway through this well written epic adventure (as good as any published for adults), I realized that story elements that were set in motion during the very first books (the equally great "Star Wars Jedi Apprentice: The Rising Force" and the aforementioned "Dark Rival") were now coming to a head.

At first I was concerned that my son wouldn't remember all that had come before (in the last 8 books) but just as with Bruck's story in the last book ("Star Wars Jedi Apprentice: The Captive Temple") it came back to him and that speaks volumes about the quality of Jude Watson's writing - that in an age were so much is disposable and easily forgotten, these books have left a lasting impression with my boy.

We look forward to breaking the spine of the next book in the series, to see what adventures await Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, and if they are anything like what has come before - I know we're in for a treat.

Star Wars 8 review.......2003-03-01

I have been a star wars fan since I was 8 and this is one of the best star wars books i ever read. I gets to the story of Qui-Gon and obi wan vs. Xanatos. Books 7 and 2 of this seires will help you understand this one better. Qui-Gon and Obi Wan go to Xanato's home planet of Telos to find him and bring him to justice. There they will try to become master and apprintice once again if Xanatos dosen't [destroy] them first. This is a page turner I read it in one day it was so good. The ending is suprising and makes you wonder for a second. Reading all the series leading up to this book will make this a must have for star wars fans. To me there are two parts two this series books 1-8 which is the begining of the master apprintice relationship part two books 9-18 watches the relationship grow overtime and introduce new allies and enemys. out of part one this is the best book. To me it is the 3rd best book in the series the only books that top it are books 15,and 16. The only flaw with this book is that it was predictable except in chapter 2 and the second to last chapter. The cover of the book front and back give away some of the best parts. Still Jude Watson managed to make a great star wars book.

Still immensely enjoyable.......2003-01-14

Jude Watson deserves all of the praise that has been heaped upon her for the Jedi Apprentice series. Writing in prose ideal for 7-9 year olds, she nevertheless communicates with adults on levels both subtle and profound. She has masterfully charted the relationship of Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, leading them on a path so believable and so multi-faceted that readers of all ages should be left both moved and impressed.

The Day of Reckoning presents both a reconciliation and a growth in the relationship of our two Jedi heroes, as they travel to the planet Telos to track down Qui-Gon's former apprentice, Xanatos. Watson gives us just enough to bring Telos alive and into the Star Wars universe, while also giving us a plot that is interesting if not gripping. The highlight of the book is the final confrontation with Xanatos, as Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan grapple with issues of responsibility for the fall and death of others - issues that Obi-Wan will have to face on his own in another thirty years or so. The Xanatos/Anakin parallels are clear but not overdone, a tasteful preview of what is to come.

Day of Reckoning holds its own with the rest of the series, a worthwhile series for anyone who enjoys Star Wars.

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This book contains the powerful, personal, and deeply moving poetry written by Dietrich Bonhoeffer, one of the most important Christian writers and martyrs of the century.

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A Must Be Read .......2006-07-28

I was humbled by his devotion to God, Country, and humanity.
I trembled with him when footsteps came in the night. Tears, Tears, Tears!

Enticing.......2006-03-20

A gem of a book that couples Bonhoeffers's poems with insightful commentery. Brings the time, place and sinificance of each verse into pellucidity.

VOICES IN THE NIGHT THE PRISON POEMS OF DIETRICH BONHOEFFER

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VOICES IN THE NIGHT THE PRISON POEMS OF DIETRICH BONHOEFFER
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Prison Poems
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Voices In The Night - The Prison Poems Of Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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