World Famous Comics: Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)
Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)
By: Terry Goodkind Publisher: Tor Books Average Rating: Binding: Paperback Label: Tor Books Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 576 Publication Date: June 23, 2001
The masterpiece that started The New York Times bestselling epic Sword of Truth
In the aftermath of the brutal murder of his father, a mysterious woman, Kahlan Amnell, appears in Richard Cypher's forest sanctuary seeking help . . . and more. His world, his very beliefs, are shattered when ancient debts come due with thundering violence.
In a dark age it takes courage to live, and more than mere courage to challenge those who hold dominion, Richard and Kahlan must take up that challenge or become the next victims. Beyond awaits a bewitching land where even the best of their hearts could betray them. Yet, Richard fears nothing so much as what secrets his sword might reveal about his own soul. Falling in love would destroy them--for reasons Richard can't imagine and Kahlan dare not say. In their darkest hour, hunted relentlessly, tormented by treachery and loss, Kahlan calls upon Richard to reach beyond his sword--to invoke within himself something more noble. Neither knows that the rules of battle have just changed . . . or that their time has run out. This is the beginning. One book. One Rule. Witness the birth of a legend.
A great idea, the book just didn't deliver Bottom line: Try before you buy Never picked up Goodkind before, the cover gave me the impression it was going to be the fantasy genre. The beginning seemed to flow just fine, but then it seemed to... Well, it's like this, like the author created the story on top of a poor foundation, and wrote a book, instead of building a firmer/deeper foundation. The world building was okay, not great, but passable. The magic and the characters were a little weak, for my tastes. I wasn't a believer, and I certainly wasn't blown away, therefore never finished the book. I'd recommend Lorna Freeman, Holly Lisle, Legacies (Corean Chronicles), or even Dragon Prince (Melanie Rawn), Greg Keyes (Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone).
Can't put it down! I just went out and bought the second book, Stone of Tears, based on how much I'm enjoying Wizard's First Rule. I bought this in anticipation of the new TV series Legend of the Seeker, and can't wait to see the show. I know some aspects may be toned down for television, but it looks great judging by the trailers.
Excellent begining for a series I purchaced the audio version to use while working to pass the time. I thoroughly enjoyed the story from beginning to end. This book is more for a mature audience due to the graphic descriptions. I look forward to the next book in the "Sword of Truth" series.
Wizards First Rule, great, Kindle, not so great. I've read many a book, but none reach me like this series has. Wizards First Rule, sets a pretty high standard for a story. The words may be a bit clunky, (it was the authors first book if I'm not mistaken), but don't we ALL start out something a bit green, and then hone our skills?
The more books by Goodkind you read, you clearly see the excellent progress he's made in his craft. Goodkind does what so few fantasy authors do, that being have true heroes, heroes who use reason, heroes who do not become the enemy or become cowards and most important, heroes that stand up for what is honorable and true.
While I see there are a few people who want to vote poorly and post negative comments, it is your right. But when you post such acerbic comments, it is easy to see that you simply think it funny. Like anyone would take your petty comments as anything but jealousy and immaturity.
While this series has its merits, it has its problems as well. No book will have everything to speak to every person.
This book starts in easy, and right away you grasp the wonderful story telling ability of Goodkind. This book has a striking romantic aspect as well as plenty of heart wrenching twists. While I personally love the philosophy, I can see why some may not. That (IOHP), is why we have arena such as this, so that we can offer up likes and dislikes. Most who do that have offered up an HONEST review. The rest simply are offering up vitriol, because they fear this series for the good that it does and they fear it because they feel it a threat to their favorite author.
BE HONEST, give the book its due.
I personally have a problem with the Kindle. I don't like the screen, it will hurt your eyes after a short while, it is not as easy to use and simply opening a book and while the Kindle is used for so many other books, they are not as plentiful as simply buying a book...
Support your book stores! Support the Publishing world, and for goodness sake buy a book so we can drive these whacked out "save the rain forest" freaks crazy by cutting down a few more trees!
A wonderful Read These books written by Terry Goodkind are presented with his unique perspective. His ideas and personal beliefs hook the reader into a world that Mr. Goodkind has created just for the reader. His writing helps unfold the magic of his scenery and characters. Mr. Goodkind has a gift of letting the reader become a part of his fantasy world.
Any person who is interested in reading fantasy should give these books a try. I have read them many times. There is just something about these books that keeps me coming back for more.
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