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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
This is not the first or even the fifth time reading this book but it is the first time in at least 10 years. It holds up extremely well and is a classic for many good reasons. The writing actually less dry than I remember it, which was a pleasant surprise. Anyway Dune rules.
adventurous
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
epic af. kinda glad i watched the movie first bc it was so confusing and that helped me visualize arrakis better, the world building esp with the religion and prophecy and the little princess irulan writing snippets were dope
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
was this book good? yes.
could i, in any way, explain a single fucking thing that happened? no.
could i, in any way, explain a single fucking thing that happened? no.
I read crappy self-help books and romance novels and think to myself “Pshhh, I can write a book.” And then I read science fiction and fantasy books as great as this one and realize “uhhh… maybe I should leave writing to the pros.”
In this book, Paul Atreides and his family move from their home planet, Caladan, to live on Arrakis (Dune), a planet known for its spice. Here, spice is life and water is limited. The dessert planet is harsh and full of giant sandworms, sandstorms, and other mysteries, such as the Fremen “natives” who’s distinct characteristic is their deep blue eyes (a result of high quantities of spice in their diet). Just as Paul and his family are getting settled, a treacherous plot unfolds that brings down House Atreids leaving few members of the house alive. Paul then goes into hiding where he hones a prophetic skill and seeks to one day obtain revenge for his family.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am in awe of the level of detail, research, and imagination it took to write such an amazing story. I’ve already added its sequels to my to-be-read pile!
In this book, Paul Atreides and his family move from their home planet, Caladan, to live on Arrakis (Dune), a planet known for its spice. Here, spice is life and water is limited. The dessert planet is harsh and full of giant sandworms, sandstorms, and other mysteries, such as the Fremen “natives” who’s distinct characteristic is their deep blue eyes (a result of high quantities of spice in their diet). Just as Paul and his family are getting settled, a treacherous plot unfolds that brings down House Atreids leaving few members of the house alive. Paul then goes into hiding where he hones a prophetic skill and seeks to one day obtain revenge for his family.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am in awe of the level of detail, research, and imagination it took to write such an amazing story. I’ve already added its sequels to my to-be-read pile!
The worldbuilding is amazing, but I just couldn’t connect to the character. Seems like an amazing scifi story yet I didn’t feel it and it kept on lingering on and on for me
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes