Helpful Score: 2
~ Excerpted from my book blog (www.age30books.blogspot.com) ~
Paul of Dune follows two time lines; the "present day" story picks up shortly after Paul's marriage to Princess Irulan and the "historical" story tells of Paul's youth on Caladan. All the important characters from the original books are there of course, and a variety of new and interesting characters are introduced.
I really enjoyed the Caladan sections. I remember being fascinated with this watery planet - and the contrasts between it and Dune - in the original books and wishing more time was spent there. It was interesting to learn more about the relationship between Duke Leto and Lady Jessica as well. In the present day timeline I liked getting to know Princess Irulan a bit better. As in the original books, her writings about Paul-Maud'dib often provide structure to the story.
I can't say for sure if the writing style matches the original books; it's just been too long since I've read them. It was easy to read although not stunningly written. But I was reading this book for the plot, not the writing itself, so I was not disappointed.
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Read the rest of my review at my blog: http://age30books.blogspot.com/2008/12/paul-of-dune.html
Paul of Dune follows two time lines; the "present day" story picks up shortly after Paul's marriage to Princess Irulan and the "historical" story tells of Paul's youth on Caladan. All the important characters from the original books are there of course, and a variety of new and interesting characters are introduced.
I really enjoyed the Caladan sections. I remember being fascinated with this watery planet - and the contrasts between it and Dune - in the original books and wishing more time was spent there. It was interesting to learn more about the relationship between Duke Leto and Lady Jessica as well. In the present day timeline I liked getting to know Princess Irulan a bit better. As in the original books, her writings about Paul-Maud'dib often provide structure to the story.
I can't say for sure if the writing style matches the original books; it's just been too long since I've read them. It was easy to read although not stunningly written. But I was reading this book for the plot, not the writing itself, so I was not disappointed.
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Read the rest of my review at my blog: http://age30books.blogspot.com/2008/12/paul-of-dune.html
Helpful Score: 1
Reviewed by LadyJay for TeensReadToo.com
"I leave my footprints in history, even where I do not tread."
Paul Atreides, Maud'Dib to his loyal subjects, has unleashed a bloody Jihad across the universe. The old Emperor has fallen - his Imperium destroyed. It is now Paul's right and duty to erase Shaddam IV's reign from history and begin anew.
He will face many hardships along the way; assassination attempts, interplanetary wars, and deciphering who he can trust within his own household. And there is always the matter of the spice trade. "He who controls the spice, controls the universe" - a phrase that Maud'Dib understands all too well.
Paul will question his own motives and actions for ruling the universe, and eventually come to the realization that his decisions will shape the course of history.
PAUL OF DUNE was written to fit in between the original novel, DUNE, and its sequel, DUNE MESSIAH. Herbert and Anderson have attempted to bridge several gaps between the two novels, and have done so successfully. Fans of Dune will find their beloved characters, planets, and societies just as they left them. The authors do an incredible job of staying true to Frank Herbert's original vision of the Dune universe.
A great addition to an excellent series of books.
"I leave my footprints in history, even where I do not tread."
Paul Atreides, Maud'Dib to his loyal subjects, has unleashed a bloody Jihad across the universe. The old Emperor has fallen - his Imperium destroyed. It is now Paul's right and duty to erase Shaddam IV's reign from history and begin anew.
He will face many hardships along the way; assassination attempts, interplanetary wars, and deciphering who he can trust within his own household. And there is always the matter of the spice trade. "He who controls the spice, controls the universe" - a phrase that Maud'Dib understands all too well.
Paul will question his own motives and actions for ruling the universe, and eventually come to the realization that his decisions will shape the course of history.
PAUL OF DUNE was written to fit in between the original novel, DUNE, and its sequel, DUNE MESSIAH. Herbert and Anderson have attempted to bridge several gaps between the two novels, and have done so successfully. Fans of Dune will find their beloved characters, planets, and societies just as they left them. The authors do an incredible job of staying true to Frank Herbert's original vision of the Dune universe.
A great addition to an excellent series of books.
