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From the beginning, with Wizard's First Rule, Terry Goodkind set a new standard for epic storytelling. Now he returns with a powerful new tale from Richard and Kahlan's world.
An accident leads to the discovery of a mysterious machine that has rested hidden deep underground for countless millennia. The machine awakens to begin issuing a series of increasingly alarming, if minor, omens. The omens turn out to be astonishingly accurate, and ever more ominous. As Zedd tries to figure out how to destroy the sinister device, the machine issues a cataclysmic omen involving Richard and Kahlan, foretelling an impending event beyond anyone's ability to stop. As catastrophe approaches, the machine then reveals that it is within its power to withdraw the omen . . . In exchange for an impossible demand.
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TERRY GOODKIND is a #1 New York Times bestselling author. He lives in Nevada and Maine.
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Not for fans,
This review is from: The Omen Machine: A Richard and Kahlan Novel (Hardcover)
If like me you enjoyed the first books in the sword of truth series then found yourself becoming bogged down in Goodkind's heavy handed metaphor but kept reading because you still enjoyed his first rate action sequences and likable and well spoken character please do not purchase this book. This series was wrapped up in the thrilling but rather underwhelming Confessor and should have been left that way.The Richard and Kahlan of "The Omen Machine" are only shadows of their former selves and the supporting characters are unbelievably flat and are used as unfortunate punching bags as Goodkind rails against the evils of Prophecy. I rarely try to read too deeply into a book of fiction but Goodkind seems to be unable to focus on his story long enough to make it interesting, he spends far too much time trying to illustrate the destructive force that religion or "Prophecy" has on government or free will in general. Coming from someone who actually agrees with him in most of his philosophy I found myself disappointed that he was unable to incorporate his views and still write an engaging novel. Richard and Kahlan are some of my favorite characters in fantasy but in order to preserve my fond feelings for them I will be rereading "The Wizard's first rule" and other favorites and not be purchasing any more of their continuing adventures.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Fast paced & action packed!,
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This review is from: The Omen Machine: A Richard and Kahlan Novel (Hardcover)
I had just finished reading Terry Goodkind's Sword Of Truth series earlier in the year and was over-joyed when I heard there would be another Richard & Kahlan book released in the summer.Terry Goodkind did not disappoint me with The Omen Machine - each page kept me absolutely riveted and I finished the book in only four days (I'm a slow reader who likes to take her time, so this is quite a feat for me). All of our favourite characters make a return in this new instalment, beginning where we left off, at Cara and Benjamin's wedding. The D'Haran Empire has itself a new foe and I can picture this new story lasting for another couple of books at least. I highly recommend this new Sword of Truth novel to anyone who has enjoyed Mr. Goodkind's previous novels. You will not be disappointed.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Quick Read,
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This review is from: The Omen Machine: A Richard and Kahlan Novel (Hardcover)
After seeing his new series based on the United States(Earth) fall on its face, it was nice to see him return to the sword of truth series. I have read all of this series and own all the books. I found some of his novels too preachy or just dragging on as if he was simply stalling, but I was quite happy to once again return to this world. It was a shorter book than his first of the series, but still refreshing to have these amazing characters come alive once again. I do think; however, this book was a bit rushed at the end, yet this is something Goodkind often does...he slowly works his way through most of the book like slow often irritating foreplay, then rushes to the finish line. The end came so quick that I was afraid of a cliff-hanger! In addition, this is not the last book of his series, for he's opened up a new road for at least one more. I haven't read any novels of interest since his last book, but flew through this in two days. There are not many books that will have me reading for a whole day. If you like his work, you'll find this a refreshing return to Richard Rahl and his family.cheers, Seadrive
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