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5.0 out of 5 stars great, Mar 21 2008

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This review is from: Ravenheart: A Novel of The Rigante (Paperback)

this is my favourite book out of the rigante series and quite possibly my favourite book by gemmell. the protagonist is so gutsy and without fear. he attacks problems head on and with full force and is all around a pretty strong, capable guy. i enjoyed reading about him. something about how the story is told gives it this epic feel. i'm not too sure how to describe it, but i guess that the story has always existed and will always exist. i don't like how sometimes he substitutes swear words for mock swear words, it kind of ruins what the guy is saying, either put in an actual swear word or attack the problem a different way, but to go half way like that when the character is so full force on everything else is out of place and borderline annoying. but, this would still be one of my favourite historical fictions and i've read it more than once.

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3.0 out of 5 stars I have read better, May 27 2002

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This book was not as good as the first two. This book felt like it was only half done. it stopped way too abruptly. i would have liked more of an ending.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A pretty good read, Mar 29 2002

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This review is from: Ravenheart: A Novel of the Rigante (Mass Market Paperback)

Like everything of Gemmell's that I've read, this book spins a good, imaginative, occassionally gritty yarn, but is rarely compelling and absorbing. The two things that annoy me the most are that (1)his characters, from the vilest, lowest, one-eyed outlaw to the most exalted king, all speak like they've just graduated from college with a degree in English, and (2)the good guys always win or die heroically. The plot is somewhat predictable. Worthwhile reading for science fantasy fans, but not a great series.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, but now I must wait for more!!!!
I am a hardcore David Gemmell fan. Ive read everything I can get my hands on, including all the Drenai books, the Stones of Power, Knights of Dark Renown, Mace, and the first two... Read more

Published on Mar 22 2002 by Killer Shrike

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Amazing
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Now, I have been a fan of David Gemmel for a very long time indeed. I have read most, if not all of his books and for the most part they have been quite good indeed, if a... Read more

Published on Dec 22 2001 by Damian Kelleher

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read, Enthralling Story
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Published on Aug 22 2001 by Louis Rast

4.0 out of 5 stars Another winner for Gemmell
If you're already familiar with this amazing author's work, whether on the previous Rigante novels, or his Drenai or Stones of Power series, you don't need me to tell you that... Read more

Published on Aug 15 2001 by Justin Gaines

5.0 out of 5 stars A book worthy of reading.
David Gemmell is one of the best authors I have ever read. His books pull you in and you feel you are living the life of a Rigante. Read more

Published on Aug 15 2001 by Librarian

5.0 out of 5 stars Great books but slight problem
I have read and enjoyed almost all of David Gemmells books to date and think they are great but the thing is that they do get quite samey after a while and plot twists tend to be... Read more

Published on July 29 2001 by bravesirrobin

5.0 out of 5 stars Library Journal Editorial Review - Incorrect!
I have NOT read this novel as yet, though I am quite sure, having recently devoured the entire Drenai series (to date) by David Gemmell, that this will live up to his usual... Read more

Published on July 23 2001 by Douglas P. Milne

5.0 out of 5 stars Awe-inspiring
No more words really need to be said. Then again, I have never written a review for a book. Until now. Out of all the books I have ever read. Read more