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Frank Herbert

3.68 AVERAGE

smartuccini's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 31%

Mr Herbert why do you hate gay men lol

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Admittedly not for everyone. Almost more of a philosophy book than a sci-fi thriller. But if you love the world of Dune and have read the first 3 books then I highly recommend at least giving this one a try.
adventurous challenging dark reflective tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

No, it doesn't have the action of 'Dune' or 'Children of Dune,' or even a Stoneburner from 'Messiah'

But in their place, we're given some of the greatest philosophy put to paper. Sure, the book hesitates to answer most of the questions it asks, I think it's better that way. Rather than giving us the answers, it urges the reader to think for themselves as to what those answers may be.

And, as Brian says Frank said - GEoD may be the greatest love story ever written
mysterious reflective tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Update: upped book 1-3 to 4 stars because after book five that's only fair. Since book 4 is now no longer my least favourite in the series...


Probably my least favourite book in the series so far even if I get what it wants to accomplish and discuss. So much so I almost consider upping the first 3 books to a 4 star rating even if they are just 3.5 for me personally. I personally feel the gap is that big between those books and this one. And yes I have a complex relationship with this series!
adventurous dark tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous medium-paced
challenging dark sad slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes