Wizard's First Rule

Title: Wizard’s First Rule
Subtitle: Sword of Truth Series, Book 1
AKA: Legend of the Seeker
Author: Terry Goodkind
Pages: 820

(INFO)
When Richard Cypher’s father is killed the clues lead him into the forest where he meets a beautiful, exotic woman named Kahlan, whom he falls head over heels in love with. But Kahlan is in trouble. And as it turns out Kahlan and Richard’s quest might be one in the same. So they head out into the lands beyond the boundary of Richard’s home, into D’Hara and the Midlands. Along the way he will discover that his friends Zedd and Chase and his brother Michael have been keeping secrets and aren’t what they appear to be. Richard will also meet others including: the Mud people, a tribe of hunters with spirit links that maybe able to help them; Denna a Mord-Sith, women who specialize in torture and pain; Shota, a witch woman who sees a terrible vision of the future for Richard; Queen Milena and Princess Violet, who rule the city of Tamarang viciously decapitating its citizens; Adie, an old and clever sorceress; Brophy, a wolf with a secret past; Samuel, a strange twisted creature that just might hold some clues into Richard’s destiny; Scarlet, a strong, intelligent red dragon; Demmin Nass, a cruel man with a penchant for little boys; and Darken Rahl, a powerfully evil ruler and wizard with ties to the underworld. Will Richard be able to save his home of Westland? Will be able to save all those of D’Hara and the Midlands as well? Will he be able to restore the boarder? Should he face his destiny or run from it? And what of his love for Kahlan? Does Kahlan love him in return? Is it even safe for Richard to love her? And most importantly will he be able to find the answers to the questions he seeks? If he doesn’t the world may be lost in ash and fire.

(VERDICT)
4 out of 5 stars! A truly epic fantasy story. Loved it! More please!!!!

High Fidelity

Title: High Fidelity
Author: Nick Hornby
Pages: 336

(Non-Spoiler Info)
When Robs breaks up with his latest girlfriend, he begins to re-examine his life with women, school, jobs, and music.

(My Thoughts)
Sadly I had a terribly difficult time separating the book High Fidelity from the movie High Fidelity. And I’m not sure how I would have felt about the story had I not seen the film. While High Fidelity is wonderfully written, it is one of those rare novels, where I believe the film surpasses the author. There is just something about actor John Cusack and the voice he gives to the character Rob, and the visuals the director gives us with Rob’s top 5 lists. I am not saying that I disliked the book. I just wish I had read the book without the influence of the movie, so that I could judge it by itself. So my final thoughts are pick up the book but only if you haven't seen the movie yet. If however you have seen the movie, just pop it into your DVD player again and save your time.
3 out of 5 stars.

Recommended Reading

Welcome to summer my dear readers. Sorry it has been so terribly long since I last checked in. But this month has been crazy. Besides I don’t think anyone really follows this blog anyways. But just in case you are out there and looking for something to add to your reading list, here I am. For June, I wanted a short, quick, fun read that reminded me of summer. So this month I am recommending Holes by Louis Sachar. Holes is the story Stanley Yelnats whose family is said to be cursed. Never does Stanley feel the curse more than when he is sent to Camp Green Lake, where he must dig his way to truth and friendship. Making Holes a story is sure to bring a smile to your face. So pick it up for a fast and easy treat.