HavenKarma

The thing I like most about this series is the story of the Greek Myths turned modern day and stated in a way that appeals to a younger generation who would otherwise not be interested. Substitute Percy for a lot of the heroes that came out of Olympus and we are basically reading the stories again. I really enjoyed what Riordan does with the characters and how he sets everything up initially. I happened to watch the movie and to anyone who felt it wasn't that great I would definitely say to read the books. I think my favorite part is toward the end of the series, but I did laugh at who Percy meets in the elevator of the first book given the background of his and Annabeth's parents. A fun and easy way to introduce anyone to the Greek Myths of yesterday.

I really enjoyed this series and all the concepts introduced into today's world within it. Having lived in Montana myself perhaps helped me see how they could have a school set into the middle of nowhere. I am looking forward to the next series involving St Vlads, but I will miss Rose. She truly seemed to come over several things that were not too much to me. The fact that she gets caught (time and time again) and makes mistakes but develops into the professional by the end is a great journey that I was happy to be apart of. I would recommend this to anyone who is willing to be open to what were once the "rules" of the sanguine vampire lifestyle.

I voted for The Last Battle here. I liked the story and I understand the reasoning behind most of the "How the series starts" discussion, but what I enjoy most about any book is a (Should I use a spoiler here?...) Which is something I can say does not tend to happen with a lot of things I have read. I enjoyed the series overall and would recommend it to anyone with an open mind to a story that may have a hint (cough, cough) of religious influence.

I voted for "Yes I've read it, and it was just ok." My reasoning for this is due mostly to how the storyline progressed. A big build up into something that in my opinion was a cop out to conclude the series. It was an easy series to read and without it I never would have looked into The Host, which I preferred to these books. I believe that the biggest reason for the hype (And this is years later, but it still seems to be rather strong with the movies still going) is what Meyer does for the vampire. Before this it was the whole blood sucking creature of the night which can appeal to some but not a general masses. Making them "sparkle" and having "gifts" probably drew in a larger crowd that would otherwise think, "Vampire books? But I'm afraid of the dark!" I have to say that the way Meyer did it was comical enough for me not to be saying "WRONG" after every sentence. A friend of mine basically said she wanted a guys opinion of the books so she lent me Twilight which I returned to her the following week. After a brief discussion and her tale of the rest of the story I asked to borrow the rest of the series which I tore through. So even though I may not have thoroughly enjoyed it, I did read them all and basically one right after the other within that following week. I am rather glad that this sparked the "Vampire Craze" because without it I never would have found several other series I happen to enjoy.

I live in Australia now, but came over about five months ago. Coming from the US where I am a member of Barnes and Noble I found the selections here rather lacking. I have gone to Dymocks, Borders, and Angus & Robertson (Understanding the last two are ultimately the same company), but found the prices rather ridiculous. I know I will be paying more here than back in the states but even comparing the exchange rate this is a bit much. I am also very spoiled when it comes to selection being used to a two story shop with basically everything I could possibly want as well as extremely helpful and friendly staff at Barnes and Noble. The stores here are rather small even for being large companies and I always get the "We can order that for you" remark when I ask about items they do not have on the shelf. I think this is where the problem is for most of the closures here. If they can order it for me and I have to wait anyway, I may as well get it online. Barnes and Noble would have the option of ordering, but would send the product directly to my residence. I am not surprised that Amazon seems to be dominating in most countries if the only option is to overpay and go out of your way to return to the store when/if an item is unavailable at the time you wish to purchase it. I feel the most sympathy to the mom and pop booksellers who were hurting once the online companies started anyway. As for the authors, I hope that we don't lose any talented individuals because of all the changes taking everything digital or basically internet purchase only. With the stores closing, where would there be any book signings? A simple solution, but one I wish were not necessary in the first place.

I thought this was an interesting concept. My wife initially tried to get me into them by describing them to me, but had to convince me just to take a chance on the first book because of the werewolf thing. Hamilton does the world rather well in my opinion and although I think there are definitely some fantasy concepts being lived through Anita's personal life, the story overall seems decent enough for me to have continued with the series. At this point I am simply trying to figure out one thing: When is this going to end? To get all the books thus far of the series would definitely drain a bank account, but that for me is the only negative aspect of them.

I have read Angel, the first book of this trilogy, and (although it was extremely similar to another seemingly forbidden love style fantasy series I am certain everyone has heard of) found what I see as a terrific original concept. I do not tend to enjoy when authors change from points of view but I thought that Weatherly did this quite well between Willow and Alex. The book just thrusts you into this story rather abruptly I thought, but looking at how things go throughout the book I sort of understand the need. I am really into the alternate reality so-to-speak of modern day. I would recommend this to anyone who looks for the love story. The books to the trilogy are Book One: Angel Book Two: Angel Fire Book Three: Angel Burn As far as I am aware only the first book is available now with preorder available for the other two said to be released later this year (I may have that information wrong through amazon - could just be the paperbacks coming out). Note to mods: I attempted to find this with the forum search but was unsuccessful. Please let me know if this book is somewhere else on the site.

I thought this was an interesting read. I like how you get something of a teaser at the very beginning so as the reader you are not completely lost . I found it easy to get into and the developing storyline was done nicely. . I will most likely be getting Torment for my next read simply because it is available NOW unlike most of the series I keep swearing I will not start until all books are released (So far I am failing miserably at that).

I enjoyed these books immensely. Even with the religious views as they were I found the story line rather intriguing. A great foundation with support and ending. I particularly enjoyed the ending. I really like the alternate worlds as well during the series, most of which do not take place until the second book (The Subtle Knife). I also appreciate the heroism of Lyra , and think of her as the defining character of change.

A lot of differing opinions going on here. I would have to agree with most though. I have read the Sword of Truth series through a few times now as well as Law of the Nines and I happened to enjoy them both. While there happens to be quite a bit of "Get on with it" being shouted in my mind at certain points in the books, I think that some parts simply drag on because that is necessary in order for everything to have come together the way it does at the end. I also enjoy that all but the final three books of the series can, in a way, stand alone. For anyone interested in reading the series I would personally recommend taking the first book (Wizards First Rule) off the shelf and trying it out. Only then will you have a way to understand the negative and positive of this discussion, as well as have your own opinion of whether the purchase of the entire series is a good investment or not. As far as the television series goes: I watched the first fifteen minutes of the pilot and turned it off. I always try to give things that are based on books a fair chance, but there was just too much difference for me to stay entertained and not just ramble about what the company did wrong.