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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
One of the best books I have read that use old-fashioned fantasy elements, but in space. It’s fun
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Although I thought this was a somewhat interesting space opera I couldn't help but feel from the very first that it was wholly derivative of Star Wars. In fact, every step of the way I was comparing this character or that character to what I imagined their SW counterpart would be. This series as a whole was a quick read, exciting and held my interest. However, I did feel that it began life as an alternate Star Wars saga storyline -- a "what if".
Honestly a pretty good book! If you're thinking of reading Dune (or, for some reason, LIKE Dune) you should consider reading this book instead! I found it overall to be less problematic in its dealings with women and minorities, but still not perfect. However, the plot is much better and interested me through to the end. I don't think I'll be continuing the series (at least not actively, I wouldn't be opposed to reading the next books), as there were me issues with the two total female characters in the book. Although both had power, they were also described along very misogynistic lines, one of them being upset that she was short and chubby, the other crying all the time. That said, there were issues with how the make characters were written as well, but I thought Dion and Tusca made up for the shortcomings of the Warlord.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I read this series back in high school or college and I remember enjoying it but most of the details are long gone.
I haven't re-read these books in about fifteen years. I laughed, was angry and worried, and cheered again.
Very much like Star Wars, but in the rest of the books it really starts to make its own world and politics.